Summer Family Brochure 2016 - Ray

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WHAT IS RAY-CAM CO
-OPERATIVE CENTRE?
It’s a neighborhood
centre for old and young
It’s a place for recreation
and social activities, where
new skills can be learned
It provides personal and
family support services
It has an out of school,
pre-school and day-care
for children
It’s a place where friends
meet
It has a gym, hobby, and
club rooms
It provides a drop-in
lounge and free phone.
What are its purposes and
objectives?
To operate programs which
effectively advance the
opportunities and abilities
of children and youth in the
community.
To promote a spirit
neighborliness and mutual
assistance through direct
involvement in the
community
We invite the
participation of people
with special needs.
If you require assistance,
please contact
Kate at
604-257-6949
REGISTRATION, FEES & MEMBERSHIP
Most recreation programs at the centre are free to
residents of Strathcona and Downtown Eastside
neighborhoods. Some programs may require a small fee.
Registration and consent forms are required for all
children and youth programs.
Membership in the Community Association is free for
residents of Strathcona and the Downtown Eastside. You
must be a member of the Community Association to
register for programs, and check out equipment, use the
weightroom & darkroom facilities .
Membership in the Cooperative Association is $2 for 2
shares and entitles members to vote at the Annual
General Meeting and to run for the Board of Directors.
Ray-Cam Cooperative
Centre
Family Program
SUMMER
PROGRAMS
604-257-6949
920 East Hastings, Vancouver, BC V6A 3T1
For more information contact
Carin Rahmberg
Family and Childcare Programmer
Chloe Erlendson
Family Program Assistant
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Services and Goals ......... ….…..3
Family Program Contacts….….4
Afterschool Care…………….….5
Daycare ……………….………...5
Family Programs ……………..6/7
July Calendar .................. ……..8
August Calendar……………… 9
Special Events………… ……. 10
Summer Passport ……… …….11
We suggest calling the centre
at (604) 257-6949 to confirm
special events
Program updates are posted at
the centre and on our website
at www.raycam.com
Come out & support your
community centre by playing
electronic or paper Bingo.
Ray-Cam is a member of
Planet Bingo and
participates in the profits
generated at this hall. Your
support is appreciated.
PLANET BINGO
2655 Main Street
Bingo Info line 604.879.8930
www.planetbingo.bc.ca
Hours of Operation
Monday ......... 9 am—6 pm
Tuesday ......... 9 am—6 pm
Wednesday .. 9 am—6 pm
Thursday ........ 9 am—6 pm
Friday ............ 9 am—6 pm
Saturday ..... 9 am to 5 pm
Sunday .................CLOSED
Please note that the gym and weightroom are closed 1/2 hour before the
centre closing times
Ray-Cam Co-operative Centre is operated by the
Board of Directors of the independent Ray-Cam
Cooperative Association and has agreements with
the City of Vancouver, Vancouver Park Board and
BCHMC.
Collect your Summer Passports
at Capozzi Park (Sports Court)
and start collecting points! Each Program
Leader will stamp their weekly programs every
time you attend. The more stamps you have,
the more prizes you can win! Parents and children
will have individual passports which will be kept with
Program Leaders. There will be a prize at the end of the
summer for the family with the most points!
Win various passes, art supplies, toys, movie tickets,
sports equipment, cosmetics, and more!
SOCIAL MEDIA
Follow us on social media to
keep updated on special
events, news, photos etc.!
Websites: www.raycam.com
www.raycamyouth.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
raycamcentre
Instagram: RAYCAM_INSPIRATION
PICK UP YOUR PASSPORTS AND START COLLECTING
POINTS!
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Special Events
SPLASHDOWN WATER PARK
Stay tuned for information about a trip to Splashdown Water Park!
CONTACT CHLOE FOR REGISTRATION
$10/family
Tel: 604-718-6550
Email: chloe.erlendson@vancouver.ca
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Community Services
Tenant helping hours: If
you are a resident of
Stamps Place and need
some information or assistance in dealing with a
housing concern or government agency office,
please drop in to RayCam Centre to receive
free assistance.
Crime prevention: The
crime prevention officer
for the Strathcona Downtown Eastside is available
to address community
concerns and provide
information on ways to
reduce crime.
IN OUR FAMILY PROGRAMS, WE STRIVE TO:

Create a respectful environment

Support an inclusive atmosphere that
encourages the participation of
everyone

Empower all families in a positive way

Encourage people to try new things
and step out of their comfort zone

Teach new skills

Learn new skills

Develop a support system

HAVE FUN!!
SASAMAT LAKE
Stay tuned for information about a trip to
Sasamat Lake!
CONTACT CHLOE FOR REGISTRATION
$10/family
Tel: 604-718-6550
Email: chloe.erlendson@vancouver.ca
Did you know Ray-Cam
Cooperative Centre has a
nurse available several
days a week?
Their new office is located
at 410 Campbell Ave.
Please call 604-875-2246 to
book an appointment or
stop by the centre to see
the current schedule
Fill up your SUMMER PASSPORTS
by taking part in the Summer
Family Programs! Prizes to be
won! More details on PG. 11
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FAMILY PROGRAM CONTACTS
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MONDAY
Carin —Child and Family Programmer
Chloe— Family Program Assistant: Art in the Park, BFF, Friday
Walking Group, Saturday Drop-In
AUGUST ACTIVITY CALENDAR
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Jollean—Daycare Supervisor
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
Bannock &
Tea
3
Art in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
4
BFF
4:30-7:00
5
CRAB Park
Walking
Group
10:30-3:00
6
Family Drop In
12:00-4:00
Second
Beach Pool
10
Art in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
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BFF
4:30-7:00
12
CRAB Park
Walking
Group
10:30-3:00
13
Family Drop In
12:00-4:00
Hillcrest Pool
17
Art in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
18
BFF
4:30-7:00
19
CRAB Park
Walking
Group
10:30-3:00
20
Family Drop In
12:00-4:00
English Bay
23
Art in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
24
BFF
4:30-7:00
25
CRAB Park
Walking
Group
10:30-3:00
26
Family Drop In
12:00-4:00
Stanley Park
29
Art in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
30
BFF
4:30-7:00
31
CRAB Park
Walking
Group
10:30-3:00
2
2:30-3:30PM
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Lillian—Latchkey Supervisor
Jessika—Program Lead: Picnic in the Park, Art in the Park
Alejandra—Graduation Strategy: BFF, Saturday Drop-In
Misty— Community Connector : Seymour Strong Start Program, CRAB Park Fridays, Saturday Drop-In
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Picnic in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
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15
Picnic in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
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21
Picnic in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
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27
Picnic in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
28
Bannock &
Tea
2:30-3:30PM
Marni—Program Lead: Picnic in the Park
Rebecca—Program Lead: Art in the Park
Carin
Tel: 604-718-6554
Cell: 604-445-7710
Email: carin.rahmberg@vancouver.ca
Chloe
Tel: 604-718-6550
Email: chloe.erlendson@vancouver.ca
Bannock &
Tea
2:30-3:30PM
Bannock &
Tea
2:30-3:30PM
Bannock &
Tea
2:30-3:30PM
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JULY ACTIVITY CALENDAR
MONDAY
TUESDAY
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Picnic in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
5
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Picnic in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
12
18
Picnic in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
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25
Picnic in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
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Bannock &
Tea
2:30-3:30PM
Bannock &
Tea
2:30-3:30PM
Bannock &
Tea
2:30-3:30PM
Bannock &
Tea
2:30-3:30PM
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
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Art in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
7
BFF
4:30-7:00
13
Art in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
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FRIDAY
Programs and services for children and youth
SATURDAY
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CRAB Park
Walking
Group
10:30-3:00
9
Family Drop In
12:00-4:00
Granville
Island
14
BFF
4:30-7:00
15
CRAB Park
Walking
Group
10:30-3:00
16
Family Drop In
12:00-4:00
Kits Pool
20
Art in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
21
BFF
4:30-7:00
22
CRAB Park
Walking
Group
10:30-3:00
23
Family Drop In
12:00-4:00
Empire Fields
27
Art in the
Park
4:30-8:30PM
Capozzi Park
28
BFF
4:30-7:00
29
CRAB Park
Walking
Group
10:30-3:00
30
NO FAMILY
PROGRAM
Giving all
families
access
All family
programs except licensed
childcare are free or low
cost but membership is
required.
Children under 12 are not allowed at the
centre after 8pm unless they are
registered in a program or with a
parent/guardian.
Membership is available to
all those in our catchment
area and is free.
Daycare
Our daycare provides an early learning
program for children ages 21/2 to 6 years
old. Our daycare program is based on
an inclusive model which means that
children who require extra supports are
included in all our activities. Parents are
encouraged to become involved and to
join us for special events.
Hours: Monday to Friday
7:30am-5:45pm
Our fee is $750 per month.
Subsides are available for those who
qualify. Contact your financial aid
worker for details.
Call 604-257-6937 for available spaces.
It is highly recommended that
children under 8 years of age are not
left in the centre alone and be
supervised by a parent/guardian.
Be advised that not all drop-in areas
such as games room, gym and
computer lab are supervised by staff.
Latchkey the Out of School
Care Program
Latchkey is a fun-filled after school care
program for children aged 5 to 12 years.
The program offers a safe environment
and creative staff for children during after
school hours. The program is divided into
two groups: Munchkins for children ages 5
to 8, and Pre-teen for children ages 9 to
12. A variety of nutritious snacks are
provided daily.
Monday to Friday 2:00-6:00 pm
Latchkey will be open full days (9am to
6pm) on School Professional Days, CLOSED
statutory holidays.
Our fee is $250.00 per month. If you are on
social assistance, contact your financial
aid worker.
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Programs for Families
MONDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
Picnic in the Park
Art in the Park
@ Capozzi Park
@ Capozzi Park
Bright Family
Futures
4:30-8:30 PM
4:30-8:30 PM
4:30-7:00
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FRIDAY
SATURDAY
CRAB Park
Walking Group
9:30 AM-1:30 PM
Programs for Families
SATURDAY FAMILY
DROP IN
Medicine Wheel
For young parents
10:30AM-3:00PM
Meet in
Ray-Cam Lobby
& their friends
Saturday
Thursdays 4:30-7:00 PM
Drop-In
12:00-4:00 PM
MONDAYS AT CAPOZZI
PARK
~PICNIC IN THE PARK~
WEDNESDAYS AT CAPOZZI PARK
~ART IN THE PARK~
Join us on Saturdays for
in-house activities, out-trips,
swimming, crafts, and family
fun!
Meet in the Seniors Lounge
Join us for a picnic and fun
themed activities for
parents and children to
participate in.
Come out and enjoy art
activities, games, and connect
with Frontier College for Literacy
fun!
Meal Provided
Meal Provided
SEYMOUR STRONG START PROGRAM
4:30-8:30
4:30-8:30
Join Community Connector Misty
12:00-4:00PM
In partnership with NICCS, Ray-Cam,
Children's & Women’s Hospital, UBC
Medicine, youth initiative and
community.
Tuesday to Thursday 9:30am-12:30
CRAB Park Walking Group
BANNOCK & TEA
Meet in the Ray-Cam front lobby to
walk down to CRAB Park every
Friday. Light snacks and activities for
families provided at the park. Meet us
at CRAB Park if you miss
the walking group!
Join us at the Ray-Cam
picnic table for some
bannock and tea made by
community members.
Fridays @ 10:30AM3:00PM
Tuesdays 2:30-3:30
Contact Chloe to
volunteer to make
Bannock
Located at Seymour Elementary
School
Block Watch/Safety
Meetings
TIMES AND DATES TBA
CONTACT
Carin or Judy for more
details.
MEDICINE WHEEL
Join Elder Lorelei Hawkins for self
-development and growth
based on building on the
positives in your life. Open to all
aboriginal and non-aboriginal
individuals
Saturdays 9:30-1:30