Community Events

The Exploits Community Centre would like to invite

you to our FREE annual Family Block Party!!

This is a free community event and is open to EVERYONE of all ages!! Grab the kids! Grab the

neighbour! Come on out and have some fun! There will be:

• BBQ, Soup & sandwiches • Games, Face Painting • Giant Bouncy Castle • Prizes, Music and Much More!

Where: 30 Bartle Place When: Saturday June 16, 2018 Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm

See our website www.ccanl.ca/exploits-community-centre for a copy of our newsletter, calendar, and for updates and special

events! Check out our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Exploits-Community-Centre

Child and Youth

Homework Haven/Kids Eat Smart

The Homework Haven/Kids Eat Smart Programs are FREE afterschool programs for children in grades K-6. This will take place Monday-Thursday from 2:30PM-4:00PM with

Guided Reading every Wednesday; every day from 3:30PM- 4:00PM Children will get to participate in a

variety of fun activities. For those who attend regularly, there will be a monthly special event planned!

Homework Haven will break for the summer on June 21

Youth nights

Youth nights take place Tuesday and Wednesday evening from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

We have some exciting activities planned for the spring. Come out and see what we have to offer!

This is a FREE program for youth Grades 7-12

Youth night will break for the summer on June 20

Smoking Cessation Do you want to quit smoking? We can help.

The Exploits Community Centre in partnership with Public Health is offering a FREE 4 week smoking cessation program.

This will take place every Wednesday starting on April 11 at 1:30 to 3:00.

Please call the centre to register!!

Volunteer Appreciation Week Volunteer Appreciation Week is April 15-21, 2018,

This year’s theme is: “Celebrate the Value of Volunteering-building confidence,

competency, connections and community” The Exploits Community Centre is hosting a coffee morning

on Friday April 20th 9:30am to 11:30am Please join as we celebrate our volunteers

Peace of Mind (Ages 18+) Peace of Mind is a mental health support group for

individuals ages 18 and over. If you are interested in joining the group you must call the centre to book a meeting to

complete the registration process.

This is a closed group and is limited to 15 participants. Peace of Mind takes place every Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm

For more information please call 489 2141.

Registration for summer camp will take place during the Block Party and also June 18-20 from 830-1130 and

again 130-330 each day.

Stress Management for Parents

As parents, we all know that the struggle is real! It’s hard to manage everyday life when you feel stressed all or most of the time. Whether it’s financial stress, relationship stress, Child or health related stress, whatever it is that has got worried or frustrated, there are healthy ways to deal with it. On Monday May 7th from 1-2 pm we invite you to come join us, relax and enjoy a nice hot cup of tea while you learn some very

useful ways to cope with everyday stress.

Please join us on Monday May 7 from 1-2pm for a very informative presentation on dealing with stress.

See our website www.ccanl.ca/exploits-community-centre for a copy of our newsletter, calendar, and for updates and special events! Check out our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Exploits-Community-Centre

Clutter-Be-Gone Clutter got you stressed? Don’t know what to do!

We can help! Come join us for a three session workshop on how to declutter your house and organize your life! We have many tips, tricks and solutions for all your chaos needs.

Sessions will take place Wednesdays on April, 11, 18, and 25 @ 1:30-2:30 pm. Please register as space is limited

Dinner on a Dime We all know that trying to feed a family on a tight budget is stressful, and being creative is a skill, especially with picky

eaters. But we can help! We would like to invite you to join us to learn how to S-t-r-e-t-c-h your dime and your dinner!

Sessions will take place on Wednesdays May 2, 9, and 16, from 1:30-3:00 pm

Please register early as space is limited.

Family

Managing Difficult Behaviours One of the biggest challenges parents face is managing difficult or defiant behaviors of their children. Whether they’re refusing to put on their shoes, or throwing full-blown tantrums, you can find yourself at a loss for an effective way to deal with these behaviours. On Monday May 14 from 1-2 pm, we will be holding a session to help teach parent’s effective ways to deal with these types of behaviours so that everyday tasks are less stressful for both you and your child. Please call to register as space is limited

For parents at their wits end, behavioral therapy

techniques can provide a roadmap to calmer, more

consistent ways to manage problem behaviors problems

and offers a chance to help children develop gain the

developmental skills they need to regulate their own

behaviors.

ICE: In Case of Emergency We are never too young or too old to be prepared if something

should happen. Plan ahead for your family and prepare the information they'd need in case something happened to you or

your spouse. Please join us on April 10th from 1:30-2:30 pm

To ensure sure you have all the tools you need to be prepared.

DIY Bath & Beauty Products

Do-It-Yourself bath and beauty products can be inexpensive and

luxurious as well as great for your body and the environment.

We would like to invite you to join us on Friday April 27 at 1:30-2:30pm: Bath Bombs

Friday May 25 at 1:30-2:30pm: Sugar Body Scrub Friday June 22 at 1:30-2:30pm: Whipped Body Butter

As we teach you how to make your very own bath bombs that you get to take home and enjoy!

Please call to register no later than Friday April 20, 2018

as space is limited

Monthly Tenant Supper Once a month we will be hosting a FREE Tenant Supper and we would like to invite Families and individuals up to the age of 54 To join us for a hot home cooked meal. During this time we will also be promoting programs and services that are available to you. These suppers are from 4:30-6:00 pm and will be held on the following dates: Tuesday April 10 and Tuesday May 15 You MUST call and register to attend and we ask that all children

be accompanied by an adult family member.

Build your own Porch Planter

Spring is in the air which means summer is just around the corner! We want to help you make your front porch beautiful and summer ready! If you are interested in building your own

front porch planter come join us on June 12 & 19 at 1:30-3:00pm. Please call to register no later than Friday May 25, as

space is limited

Summer Camp

The Exploits Community centre will be holding a FREE 6 week full day summer camp for children ages 6-11 (or will be attending between grades 1-6 in the fall) that live in Newfoundland and Labrador Housing. This is a fun packed camp with lots of activities and outings for the children to enjoy. All meals and snacks are provided as well as transportation to those who qualify. Registration will take place during our annual Block Party on June 16 from 11-2 and also on June 18-20 between 930-11 & 130-330 each day. Space is limited so please apply early. If you have any questions please call the centre at 489-2141

Healing Herb Garden Growing your own medicinal herbs is a great way to incorporate good health into your life. These herbs are recommended for their wide range of health benefits and basic healing properties. What's especially nice is that you don't have to be an experienced gardener to do it! Come join us for a two part session to learn about medicinal herbs and to plant your own medicinal herb garden. These sessions will take place from 1-230 on May 29 and June 5. Please call the centre to register as space is limited

Mother’s Day Tea

In honor of Mothers’ Day we would like to invite all moms out to an afternoon tea on Friday May 11

th from 2:30 to 3:30 pm.

Come out and enjoy some refreshments and entertainment from the children in our Homework Haven Program. For those who RSVP by Wednesday May 9

th your name will be entered

for a beautiful Mother’s Day gift basket.

Please call the centre at 489-2141 to RSVP.

Anxiety Disorders and Strategies to Help you Cope! According to the Anxiety Disorders Association of Canada, 1 in 4

Canadians will have at least one anxiety disorder in their lifetime. Anxiety can present itself in many forms that may be very alarming

to most people, and can become debilitating without proper strategies or treatment to help.

If you would like to learn more we will be offering an informative session on Friday June 8 at 1:30pm

To register please call the centre at 489-2141

Summer Jobs

Need a resume? No problem, we can help! If you are a student and need help with a resume, job

search, please attend resume prep sessions on Wednesday April 11 and April 18 at 4:00pm Please call the centre for further information

at 489-2141

Online Job Application and Resume Assistance

Are you looking for work?

Need help with a resume?

Not sure how to apply for a job online?

Looking to get your GED?

We will be glad to help you!!!

Please, drop by or call to make an appointment today!

Other Services

We offer help with:

Student Loan applications

Employment Insurance applications

Online job applications

Employment and Training Assessment

Skills Development

Referrals For assistance please call 489-2141

Education Incentive

Tenants living in NL Housing with a child or children attending school in grades 7 to 12 or post-secondary may be eligible to

receive a monthly payment for each student.

For further information please call the housing office at 292-1000

Linkages Linkage’s is an employment program that provides career planning workshops along with 26 weeks of full-time employment to unemployed youth ages 18-30. There are two types of programs under linkages; one you have to never have been in receipt of EI and the other you must be EI attached. As well, you must not have graduated from a post-secondary institution, and you must have a minimum of Grade 11 in order to qualify. For further information, please contact the Exploits Community Centre at 489-2141

Scholarships

Newfoundland and Labrador Housing offers Youth and

Adult Scholarships valued at $1000.00.

Applications are available at the Exploits Community Centre.

For further information please call the centre at 489-2141

Disability Tax Credit Disability Tax Credit is available to people with prolonged physical or mental disabilities approved by the Canadian

Revenue Agency. The Exploits Community Centre is hosting an information session on the Disability Tax Credit.

This will take place on Thursday May 4 at 10:30am Please call the centre for further information!

Education, Employment & Skills

See our website www.ccanl.ca/exploits-community-centre for a copy of our newsletter, calendar, and for updates and special events!

Check out our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Exploits-Community-Centre

Couponing

Looking for ways to save money? Want to make sure

you are getting the most from your money?

Couponing has become a popular way to save on

household items and your grocery bill. The Exploits

Community Centre would like to show you ways to use

coupons, and how to find coupons online and some of

the couponing APPS

We will hold this session on Monday April 30th at 1:30am-2:30pm

Please call the centre to register!

Student Loan and Scholarship

If you are planning to attend college or university in

September 2018 and need student aid, you have to apply

early!

The Exploits Community Centre is hosting a session on

Student loans and various scholarships that may be available

on Tuesday June 5, 2018 from 1:3pm to 2:30pm.

Don’t be disappointed, Apply Early!

Please call the centre to register!

See our website www.ccanl.ca/exploits-community-centre for a copy of our newsletter, calendar, and for updates and special events! Check out our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Exploits-Community-Centre

Seniors Lunch and a Movie! We would like to invite our seniors to a FREE Lunch and a

Movie that will take place once a month on Tuesdays, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. We ask that everyone call to register no later than two days before each session begins, space is limited so please register early. These meals will take place

on the following dates: April 10th May 15th

Seniors Lunch and Learn We will be hosting a series of presentations for our seniors on topics from A to Z that are very informative and useful to help maintain a healthy lifestyle. These sessions will take place on Thursday once a month from 11:30am to 1pm on the following dates and topics:

April 12th: Shingles Virus May 10th: Respiratory Diseases

June 15th

: Scam/Fraud Awareness Please call the centre to register as space is limited!

Senior’s 55+

Other Services

Elder Abuse Awareness Day Elder Abuse Awareness Day is recognized every year on June 15 Elder abuse has become a growing concern in our society. In recognition of this day we are hosting a Seniors Lunch and Learn on

June 15 at 11:30am to 1:00pm. Please call to register!

E&H Tenant Association E&H is a Tenant Association for seniors aged 55+ who live in

Newfoundland and Labrador Housing. Once a month they meet for a variety of activities such as bingo, potluck, holiday celebrations, and

an annual day trip. There is no cost to join the group or to participate in any activities. If you would like more information or if you are

interested in joining the association, you may contact Judy Gardner at 293-9469, or Rose Bergeron at 489 9830.

The association will meet at the Exploits Community Centre at 1:30 pm on following dates:

Monday April 16 Tuesday May 22

June 18

The Jumpstart program helps financially disadvantaged children ages (4-18) to participate in organized sports and recreation by covering registration, equipment and or transportation cost. Applications must be completed online and we do have computers available that you can use to complete the online application. For further information or if you require assistance please call 489-2141

Seniors Gift Bingo Seniors bingo will take place at 1:30 pm on the following dates:

April 6, 20, May 4, 18, & June 1

Budgeting with the seniors Would you like to get your finances under control and earn money while you’re doing it? Come join us for a 4 week hands on session and learn how to manage your money and be able to maximize what you get! As an added bonus those who complete the 4 weekly - 2 hour sessions will receive a $50.00 Walmart Gift card as our gift to you! In these sessions you will: • Receive & complete a budget/spending journal. •Gain understanding of net income and annual income •Learn how to track spending and balance your budget •Learn what mindless spending is and how to avoid it •Learn how to save on free products, services, programs. • Become aware of what is available in our community? This program will run Every Wednesday Morning from 10:00-12:00 on the following dates: May 9th, 16, 23, and 30th

Build your own Porch Planter Spring is in the air which means summer is just around the corner! We want to help you make your front porch beautiful and summer

ready! If you are interested in building your own front porch planter come join us on June 12 & 19 at 1:30-3:00 pm

Please call to register no later than Friday May 25, as space is limited

Anxiety Disorders and Strategies to Help you Cope! According to the Anxiety Disorders Association of Canada, 1 in 4 Canadians will have at least one anxiety disorder in their lifetime. Anxiety can present itself in many forms that may

be very alarming to most people, and can become debilitating without proper strategies or treatment to help.

If you would like to learn more we will be offering an informative session on Friday June 8 at 1:30pm To register please call the centre at 489-2141

Healing Herb Garden Growing your own medicinal herbs is a great way to incorporate good

health into your life. These herbs are recommended for their wide range of health benefits and basic healing properties. What's

especially nice is that you don't have to be an experienced gardener to do it! Come join us for a two part session to learn about medicinal

herbs and to plant your own medicinal herb garden. These sessions will take place from 1-230 on May 29 and June 5.

Please call the centre to register as space is limited

Mother’s Day Tea In honor of Mothers’ Day we would like to invite all moms out to an

afternoon tea on Friday May 11th from 2:30 to 3:30 pm. Come out and enjoy some refreshments and entertainment from the children in our Homework Haven Program. For those who RSVP by

Wednesday May 9th

your name will be entered for a beautiful Mother’s Day gift basket.

Please call the centre at 489-2141 to RSVP.