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APRIL 2018 Rekai Reporter 34345 A Message from the Manager of Programs and Volunteer Services Hello Everyone!

1 APRIL 2018 Rekai Reporter A Message from the Manager of Programs and Volunteer Services Hello Everyone! Table of Contents Page 1: A Message from the Manager of Programs and Volunteer Services Page 2: Swimming Outing Update, Pet Therapy at SP, Welcome to the Family, Cultural Day Page 3: Happenings at Sherbourne Place Page 4-7: Local & Community Happenings in April 2018 Page 8: Volunteer Requests and Services Page 9: Resident, Family and Friends Feedback Page 10: GSA Page 11: Upcoming April Bus Outings, Residents April Birthdays, Remembering our friends Page 12: Upcoming Monthly Bus Outings April is finally here! Let s hope April brings us beautiful sunshine and warm weather! I am pleased to introduce Christina Parmanand who has joined the Life Enrichment Team. She will be temporarily covering the 2 nd floor. Please help us give her a warm welcome! The Life Enrichment team has been hard at work developing new and exciting programs that meet the needs of all residents. Please make sure you check out the calendar to see what s happening this month! April Outing Schedule: April 4 th ~ Art Gallery of Ontario April 9 th ~ Toronto Humane Society Residents Council will be held on April 10 th at 1:30pm in the chapel. All residents are encouraged to attend! Wishing everyone a Happy Passover, Easter and Spring!! Kayla Johnston Manager of Programs and Volunteer Services

April 2018 Welcome to the Rekai Family Just keep SWIMMING! Grace N. Donald B.

The Swimming Club will be resuming in May 2018 Pet Therapy Please be sure to

Day Our multicultural day this month will be held on April 16 th 2018.

2 April 2018 Welcome to the Rekai Family Just keep SWIMMING! Grace N. Donald B. Get your swim trunks ready! The Swimming Club will be resuming in May 2018 Pet Therapy Please be sure to keep a look out for the wagging tail of Didi on Tuesdays at 10:00AM Cultural Day Our multicultural day this month will be held on April 16 th We will be celebrating Cambodia! Some of the programs you can participate in are Discussions, Trivia, Traditions and the Cultural Day Party!

3 April 2018 Happenings at Sherbourne Place HELLO APRIL! Make sure to make a note in your calendars for all of the exciting programs coming this month Easter Social April 2 nd Sing A long with Kathy April 6 th Weaver Fever April 6 th Residents Council April 10 th NHL Playoff Party April 12 th Cultural Day April 16 th Horticultural Therapy April 19 th NHL Playoffs! NHL playoffs kick off on April 12 th Join us as we celebrate and cheer on our Boys in Blue during their playoff run! Where: Craft Room When: April 12 th Time: 6:30PM Intergenerational Visits April 17 th Smile Theatre April 30 th National Geographic Series: Tuesdays!

Local & Community Happenings in April 2018 Artistry in Silk: The Kimono of Itchiku Kubota Artistry in Silk celebrates the work of Itchiku Kubota (1917 2003), an innovative artist whose spectacular

His creative work expanded contemporary ideas of surface design and assured Kubota a legacy as an out-of-the-ordinary artist and artisan whose work stimulated the mind and delighted the eye.

Curated by Jacqueline Marx Atkins and organized by the International Chodiev Foundation.

4 Local & Community Happenings in April 2018 Artistry in Silk: The Kimono of Itchiku Kubota Artistry in Silk celebrates the work of Itchiku Kubota ( ), an innovative artist whose spectacular creations gave new meaning to the art of kimono. His creative work expanded contemporary ideas of surface design and assured Kubota a legacy as an out-of-the-ordinary artist and artisan whose work stimulated the mind and delighted the eye. The exhibition presents 41 kimono designed and produced by Kubota over three decades, from 1976 to his death in Curated by Jacqueline Marx Atkins and organized by the International Chodiev Foundation. When: February 7, May 13, 2018 Where: Textile Museum of Canada- 55 Centre Ave Eaton's Goes to War: Family, Memory & Meaning The First World War transformed Canada. During that war, 3,327 Eaton's employees enlisted to fight. Each time one of them was shipped overseas, a photo was displayed prominently in the Toronto store just steps from Mackenzie House. 2,000 of these portraits survived and have become part of the T. Eaton Company records at the Archives of Ontario. In commemoration of Canada's 150th birthday. Adult $6.19; Senior Ticket: $3.54 When: September 21, 2017 April 29, 2018 Where: Mackenzie House 82 Bond Street, Toronto Winter Stations: Public Art Installations Winter Stations Design Competition transforms lifeguard stations into playful art installations. Winter Stations features works from the winners of the International Design Competition and celebrates Toronto s winter waterfront landscape. FREE. When: February 19, 2018 April 1, 2018 Where: The Beaches 1675 Lakeshore Blvd E, Toronto

Local & Community Happenings in April 2018 Drop In Clay Classes Explore the potential of working with clay (without the commitment) in one of the Gardiner Museum s weekly Drop in Classes.

Experiment with various hand building, wheel throwing, and decorating techniques under the guidance of one of our experienced artist instructors. You ll have access to a professional ceramics studio.

When: Starting January 3 2018 Where: Gardiner Museum, Toronto Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors The Art Gallery of Ontario will be the only Canadian stop for Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors.

5 Local & Community Happenings in April 2018 Drop In Clay Classes Explore the potential of working with clay (without the commitment) in one of the Gardiner Museum s weekly Drop in Classes. Drop-In Classes happen every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, with online registration opening at 10 am the morning of each class. Experiment with various hand building, wheel throwing, and decorating techniques under the guidance of one of our experienced artist instructors. You ll have access to a professional ceramics studio. Exercise your creativity and tap into the benefits of working with your hands. Tickets: $15 Adults, $12 Gardiner Friends, $12 Seniors/Students, $5 Child under 12, $5 Firing Fee / piece. When: Starting January Where: Gardiner Museum, Toronto Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors The Art Gallery of Ontario will be the only Canadian stop for Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors. Featuring the North American debut of numerous new works by the celebrated Japanese artist, visitors are invited to enter fantastical worlds as they experience six of Kusama s most iconic kaleidoscopic environments, alongside the artist s largescale paintings, sculptures and works on paper. Two to three visitors will be allowed in each Infinity Mirror Room at once. Visitors will have a limit of 20 to 30 seconds in each room. The Exhibitions are Every Wednesday. Tickets range from $ $ When: March May Where: Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), Toronto Abstractions on Metal A solo exhibition of photography by Andre Vittorio. "The everyday mundane that we walk by without thought can sometimes be the most beautiful works of art" These photographs present everyday buildings and structures encountered on street photography outings in my travels around the world, shown from a different point of view. FREE. Pre-reservation and advances ticket purchasing is required. Event is from 12-5 every Friday. When: Every Friday April 5, April 28, 2018 Where: Urban Gallery-400 Queen Street E, Toronto

Local & Community Happenings in April 2018 City Skapes: Skylines, Skyscrapers and the CN tower This group exhibition features work in all mediums, composed by a diverse range of artists who have been

When: Every Friday April 5, 2018 - April 28, 2018 Where: Urban Gallery-400 Queen Street E, Toronto California Wine Fair Raise a glass to California!

6 Local & Community Happenings in April 2018 City Skapes: Skylines, Skyscrapers and the CN tower This group exhibition features work in all mediums, composed by a diverse range of artists who have been captivated by the dynamic urban metropolis that is the City of Toronto. From iconic landmarks to cozy side streets, this show will allow you to explore the city from all angles. FREE EVENT. When: Every Friday April 5, April 28, 2018 Where: Urban Gallery-400 Queen Street E, Toronto California Wine Fair Raise a glass to California! Discover for yourself why there really is no other place on earth quite like California. Join owners, winemakers and friends from the vineyards at the 2018 California Wine Fair, and enjoy a unique opportunity to sample over 400 premium wines from 150 of California's top producers. When: April 23, :00 pm-9:30 pm Where: The Fairmont Royal York, The Canadian Room, 100 Front Street West, Toronto Land/ Water/Sky Members of the Scarborough Museum Youth Collective present photographic works that reflect their connection to the land, water and sky. Youth created their pieces in art workshops led by Wyandot Artist/Mentor and Faith Keeper Catherine Tammaro. Cost: Pay what you can. When: April August Where: Scarborough Museum, Scarborough

8 Local & Community Happenings in April 2018 Toronto Public Library St. James Town Branch 495 Sherbourne Street Wellesley Community Centre 495 Sherbourne Street The 519 LGTBQ communities 519 Church Street

9 Does your loved one require 1:1 visits with a volunteer? Volunteers at Sherbourne Place can spend time with your loved one while engaging in various leisure activities such as outdoor strolls in Allen Gardens, a visit to St. Luke s Church, a trip to the library or coffee shop, reading and reminiscing. If you would like to sign your loved one up for 1:1 volunteer visits please contact the Life Enrichment Staff on your floor. Alyssa 2 nd floor Lucy -3 rd floor Luca 4 th floor

10 Dear Residents, Family and Friends We want to know your feedback!!! - What kinds of programs do you want to see? - Do you enjoy the programs we have now? - What kinds of outings would you like to go on? - What kind of themed parties and events would you like to see? We want to know your input. Please feel free to leave your thoughts & comments with the Life Enrichment Staff on your floor. Kayla Johnston kayla@rekaicentres.com Alyssa Torres 2 nd floorle@rekaicentres.com Lucy Zhou 3 rd floorle@rekaicentres.com Luca Occhuizzi 4 th floorle@rekaicentres.com

Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) The Rekai Centres has formed a Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) to support and address the needs of the LGBTQ2S+ members of the community, inclusive of residents,

The GSA welcomes all community members interested, LGBTQ2S+ and non-lgbtq2s+.

11 Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) The Rekai Centres has formed a Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) to support and address the needs of the LGBTQ2S+ members of the community, inclusive of residents, staff, families, volunteers, students, allies and other community members. Our mission is to foster and establish an inclusive and safe environment at the Rekai Centres. The GSA welcomes all community members interested, LGBTQ2S+ and non-lgbtq2s+. Please contact Barbara Michalik Director of Community Partnerships, Programs and Volunteer Services at ext:265 or barbaram@rekaicentres.com, if interested. Our next GSA meetings are scheduled for: Sherbourne Place April 10 th, 2018 at 2:30 pm in the Community Room Wellesley Central Place April 11 th, 2018 at 2:30 pm in the Community Room Thank you for supporting our GSA!

April 2018 April 2018 Bus Outings Night at the Art Gallery of Ontario Wednesday April

With bravery, zeal, and speed, they jump headfirst into life, confident they can

Bulls are hardworking, ambitious, honest, and dedicated to finishing tasks with a

And once the work is done, a Taurus expects to enjoy the fruits of their labor.

12 April 2018 April 2018 Bus Outings Night at the Art Gallery of Ontario Wednesday April 4 th :30PM-9:00PM Contact: Lucu Zhou April Birthdays In astrology, those born between April 1 19 are Aries Rams. As the first sign of the zodiac, Aries are energetic and assertive initiators. With bravery, zeal, and speed, they jump headfirst into life, confident they can navigate any challenges. Those born between April are Taurus Bulls. Bulls are hardworking, ambitious, honest, and dedicated to finishing tasks with a dogged persistence. And once the work is done, a Taurus expects to enjoy the fruits of their labor. Xia Nu C ~ April 25 th Elaine C ~ April 10 th Drupatty M ~ April 18 th Rukagana M ~ April 13 th Elma S ~ April 23 rd Alice S ~ April 19 th Toronto Humane Society Monday April 9 th :30PM-4:30PM Contact: Luca Occhuizzi Tong L. Robert F.

SHERBOURNE PLACE UPCOMING BUS OUTINGS May: Woodbine

June: Sunshine Centre Stout Irish Pub Fish and Chips

Centre Steam whistle Brewery Swimming at YMCA Please

13 SHERBOURNE PLACE UPCOMING BUS OUTINGS May: Woodbine Race Shopping Trip Swimming at YMCA Sunshine Centres June: Sunshine Centre Stout Irish Pub Fish and Chips Picnic in the Park Swimming at YMCA July: Sunshine Centre Steam whistle Brewery Swimming at YMCA Please stay tuned for upcoming outings and further details in the next few months

Rekai Reporter MARCH A Message from the Manager of Programs and Volunteer Services

Rekai Reporter MARCH A Message from the Manager of Programs and Volunteer Services MARCH 2018 Rekai Reporter 345 Sherbourne Street Toronto, Ontario, M5A 2S3 *416-964-1599* Table of Contents Page 1: A Message from the Manager of Programs and Volunteer Services Page 2: Swimming Outing