Summer - Fall 2021

Recreation

Welcome to Opportunities for Inclusion’s Summer-Fall 2021 Recreation Program!

As you might have heard, Lorelei is leaving but that doesn’t mean Recreation is leaving! John Freiberg (who you may know from our virtual day program) will be taking over as Interim Recreation Manager.

We have lots of fun events planned for August and September! We will still be having regular virtual events, and will begin having weekly in-person events! All virtual events will remain free, but we will be charging for in-person events. See more details inside! Due to the popularity of many of the activities we ask that you call or email in advance to reserve a spot before sending in your registration!

To join, go to Zoom.com, click on Join a Meeting and enter the Meeting ID. To get the Meeting ID, please contact John at 781-899-1344 x4120 or JFreiberg@OppsforInclusion.org.

This Meeting ID is the same for all Recreation activities. No password is required.

Questions? Please contact John Freiberg at 781-899-1344 x4120 or JFreiberg@OppsforInclusion.org.

See you at our Recreation events!

John Freiberg Interim Recreation Manager

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Dance Party! Dates: Monday, August 2 Tuesday, September 7 Tuesday, September 28

Time: 4-5 PM

Location: Zoom

Details: Join our virtual dance parties and dance the afternoon away! Suggest songs and dance along with your friends to all your favorite music.

Watch City Self Advocates

Dates: Saturday, August 14 Saturday, September 18

Time: 10AM-12PM

Location: Zoom

Details: Join us for virtual Watch City Self Advocacy meetings. We have special guests, fun activities and more all led by the participants. Watch City is a great opportunity to socialize and engage with the community. Join Watch City Self Advocates in the fight for your rights! Learn how to speak up for yourself and others, enjoy guest speakers, volunteer for a favorite cause, meet community members and have some fun while you are doing good for yourself and others!

Karaoke Night Dates: Tuesday, August 17

Time: 4-5 PM

Location: Zoom

Details: Show everyone your singing skills! Suggest songs and belt your heart out with our virtual karaoke night.

Virtual Field Trip! Dates: Thursday, September 2

Time: 4-5pm PM

Location: Zoom

Details: Join us as we embark on virtual field trips to fun and exotic locations and experience the sights and sounds of a new adventure! We’ll travel far and wide to places you may have heard about but haven’t visited, all from the comfort of your home. Enjoy the trip!

Virtual Activities

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Game Night

Date: Thursday, August 12 Tuesday, September 21

Time: 4-5 PM

Location: Zoom

Details: Like family game night, but virtual! Play games like “guess the song” and more through Zoom. The games may change, but the fun won’t!

Trivia Night

Date: Thursday, August 26 Thursday, September 30

Time: 4-5 PM

Location: Zoom

Details: Test your knowledge with a classic trivia night. Play quiz style games about general knowledge or themed trivia questions all through Zoom.

Art Night

Date: Thursday, August 19 Tuesday, September14

Time: 4-5 PM

Location: Zoom

Details: Let’s get creative! Grab some art materials around the house and make some art with us via Zoom. Some art prompts will be provided, you can follow along or create your own unique work.

Movie Night

Date: Thursday, August 5 Thursday, September 23

Time: 5-6:30 PM

Location: Zoom

Details: Grab some popcorn and join us to watch a movie together! You can craft while watching or just have a relaxing night watching a movie together on Zoom.

Music Night

Date: Tuesday, August, 31

Time: 4-5 PM

Location: Zoom

Details: Let’s listen to our favorite music together! You can submit your requests and we’ll hear current hits and old favorites of your choice.

Virtual Activities

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August In-Person Events Concerts on Waltham Common

Cost: $5 EACH Includes chaperone, snack, water and lawn chairs.

Dates: Tuesday, August 3rd & 24th

Time: Drop off: 7:00 PM Pick up: 8:30 PM

Location: Drop off & Pick up: Waltham Common, Main St., Waltham, MA

Details: Join us on the Waltham Common for a delightful evening of music in the outdoors. Please bring money if you plan on purchasing concession! Please note: we will not be supporting concert rain dates! Call John Freiberg (781) 899-1344 ext.4120 for weather inquiries.

With Performances By:

August 3rd : Tom Bruhl (Rock) August 24th: Mystique (Rock / R & B)

Minimum: 5 people Maximum: 10 people

Bingo! Cost: $10 Includes snacks, drinks, chaperones and bingo fun.

Date: Monday, August 9th

Time: Drop off: 4:00 PM Pick up: 5:30 PM

Location: Drop off & Pick up: 56 Chestnut Street, Waltham

Details: Join us for a night of Bingo, snacks and fun with your friends! You just might leave with a prize!

Minimum: 5 people Maximum: 14

Wii Sports! Cost: $10 Includes snacks, drinks, chaperones and Wii Sports .

Date: Monday, August 16th

Time: Drop off: 4:00 PM Pick up: 5:30 PM

Location: Drop off & Pick up: 56 Chestnut Street, Waltham

Details: Join us for a night of your favorite Wii games, including Tennis, Bowling, Baseball, and more!

Minimum: 5 people Maximum: 14

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September In-Person Events Miniature Golf

Cost: $20 Includes, mini-golf, chaperones and transportation.

Date: Wednesday, September 1st

Time: Drop off: 4:30 PM

Pick Up: 7:30 PM

Location: Pick up & Drop off: 56 Chestnut Street, Waltham

Details: Join us for a trip to McGolfs MiniGolf, and challenge your skills as you try for a hole in one. You don’t have to keep score just have fun and also get to enjoy the park. Due to the popularity of this trip, please RSVP by phone or email before sending in your registration!

Minimum: 5 people Maximum: 9 people

Movie Night Cost: $15 Includes snacks, drinks, chaperones and Fun.

Date: Wednesday, September 8th

Time: Drop off: 5:00 PM Pick up: 7:30 PM

Location: Drop off & Pick up: 56 Chestnut Street, Waltham

Details: Join us for a night of experiencing the timeless magic that only The Movies can provide. We will vote on a selection of movies, and decide what to watch together! Snacks will be served along with drinks.

Minimum: 5 people Maximum: 14 people

Boston Lights at the Zoo Cost: $40 Includes dinner, tickets chaperones and transportation.

Date: Friday, September 17th

Time: Drop off: 6:00 PM Pick up: 10:30 PM

Location: Drop off & Pick up: 56 Chestnut Street, Waltham

Details: Join us for a trip to the Franklin Park Zoo! Experience the wonder of over 60 magnificent displays comprised of hundreds of beautifully crafted lanterns spanning Franklin Park Zoo's 72 acres. INVOLVES A LOT OF WALKING.

Minimum: 6 people Maximum: 9 people

Apple Picking Cost: $40 Opportunities for Inclusion Participants/$45 General Community. Includes apples, snacks, chaperones and fun.

Date: Saturday, September 25th

Time: Drop off: 12:30 PM Pick up: 5:00 PM

Location: Drop off & Pick up: 56 Chestnut Street, Waltham

Details: Today we will visit a family run orchard located in the heart of apple country. We will go on a hay ride, pick our own apples, and snack on treats at the farm store!

Minimum: 5 people Maximum: 9 people

Art for All Cost: FREE* Includes professional instructor and chaperones *This program is supported in part by a grant from the Waltham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Dates: Wednesday, September 29th

Time: Drop off: 6:00 PM Pick up: 8:00 PM

Location: Drop off & Pick up: 56 Chestnut Street, Waltham

Details: Join us for a night of creativity, as we work together on an art project with CC King! All needed materials will be provided.

Minimum: 5 people Maximum: 10 people

Summer-Fall 2021 Calendar At a Glance

August 2021

Monday 8/2 Dance Party 4-5 PM Tuesday 8/3 Concert on Common: Tom Bruhl Trio Thursday 8/5 Movie Night 5-6:30 PM Monday 8/9 Bingo Night Thursday 8/12 Game Night 4-5 PM Saturday 8/14 Watch City Self Advocates 10-12 Monday 8/16 Wii Sports Tuesday 8/17 Karaoke 4-5 PM Thursday 8/19 Art Night 4-5 PM Tuesday 8/24 Concert on Common: Mystique Thursday 8/26 Trivia Night 4-5 PM Tuesday 8/31 Music Night

September 2021

Wednesday 9/1 Mini Golf Thursday 9/2 Virtual Field Trip 4-5PM Tuesday 9/7 Disney Dance Party 4-5 PM Wednesday 9/8 Movie Night Tuesday 9/14 Art Night 4-5 PM Friday 9/17 Boston Lights @ Franklin Park Zoo Saturday 9/18 Watch City Self Advocates 10-12 Tuesday 9/21 Game Night 4-5 PM Thursday 9/23 Movie Night 5-6:30 PM Saturday 9/25 Apple Picking Tuesday 9/28 Dance Party 4-5 PM Wednesday 9/29 Art For All Thursday 9/30 Disney Trivia 4-5 PM

*Underlined Events are in Person

1. Participants must register and pay before attending a program. To register, complete the two page registration form. Then bring or mail your completed form with payment to the below address. 56 Chestnut St., Waltham MA 02453. To pay by credit card, call John at 781-899-1344 x4120 2. Participants must be fully vaccinated to register for in-person recreation activities. You are required to bring a mask. We are required to follow the guidelines and restrictions of any given venue (this includes COVID-19 restrictions, and any others). 3. Recreation Staff will be responsible for communicating with the applicant relative to assessment, support, program availability and program regulations. Opportunities for Inclusion staff will make final admission decisions. 4. Please contact John Freiberg, Recreation Manager, with any questions about accessibility and participant’s stamina and mobility requirements. 5. Due to the popularity of many of the activities we ask that you call or email in advance to reserve a spot before sending in your registration! 6. Once admitted, participants must make the commitment to attend each event. If you are not able to attend, please notify staff at 781-899-1344 x4120. No refunds for missed activities. If an event is cancelled by us, you will be given a credit for a future recreation activity. 7. Registration in any program may be limited due to staff and/or space limitation. Be sure to register as soon as possible. To know whether a program is full, please call John Freiberg. 8. No participant is to be dropped off or left at an activity without a Recreation staff member being present. 9. Pick up at the end of an event must be prompt. Please cooperate with this request. 10. Activities may be cancelled or changed due to weather conditions. Please dress appropriately for activity and weather. Sunscreen and insect repellent are available or bring your own product if you have specific needs or requirements. 11. If an individual needs one-on-one assistance for daily living activities, medical and/or behavioral needs, it is the responsibility of the family and/or Residential Staff to provide care for that participant. We are not able to provide one-on-one assistance.

In-Person Recreation Policies and Procedures

Opportunities for Inclusion, Inc. Recreation - Summer—Fall 2021 Registration Form

Please complete both sides of this form. Thank you. I will notify Opportunities for Inclusion staff of any behavioral concerns that occur within 24 hours of an activity. Opportunities for Inclusion

will determine if the participant will require additional staffing support to attend the event. Additional staffing support is the responsibility of the

family/or residential program as noted in the Recreation PLUS Policy and Procedures.

I authorize Opportunities for Inclusion staff to perform First Aid and seek emergency medical treatment if necessary for the above-named appli-cant. I also give permission for Opportunities for Inclusion staff to transport the above-named applicant in any vehicle used by Opportunities for Inclusion and waive all claims and compensation for damages.

Note: If you have a guardian, they MUST sign this form.

Signature:

Date:

Activity List: Please check off any activity you are registering for.

Tom Bruhl Mini Golf Art For All Bingo Movie Night Wii Sports Boston Lights Mystique Apple Picking

Participant Information:

Name:

Address: City & Zip:

Phone Number: Date of Birth:

E-Mail Address:

Sex Race Age Height Weight Build Hair Color Eye Color

Distinguishing Marks, Scars, Etc. :

Medical Information: Yes No If yes, please explain.

Allergies; including food:

Medications:

Seizures:

Physical Limitations:

Visual Problems:

Auditory Problems:

Other:

Emergency Contact Information: Please provide two contacts.

Person #1: Person #2:

Relationship: Relationship:

Home Phone #: Home Phone #:

Cell Phone #: Cell Phone #:

Other Phone #: Other Phone #:

Activities for Daily Living: Independent Needs Assistance Please explain.

Toileting:

Eating:

Dressing:

Fully Vaccinated: