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Lake Ridge Community Support Services

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FREE General Admission

Join Lake Ridge Community Support Services for a day of family fun, inclusive activities, local marketplace shopping, and community connection&mdash;all in support of making ABA therapy accessible across Durham Region! Event Details<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">📅 Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">⏰ Time: 11:00 AM &ndash; 3:00 PM</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">📍 Location: Abilities Centre &mdash; 1 Jim Flaherty Street, Whitby, ON</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🎟️ Admission: FREE (Donations welcome at entry or online!)</li></ul>About the EventHosted by Lake Ridge Community Support Services (LRCSS) as part of our community engagement and #ABAforAll fundraising campaign, the annual Autism Fun Fair is an inclusive, family-friendly event where clients, families, and all Durham Region community members can come together for a day of joy, empowerment, and fun!Admission is completely FREE, and guests of all ages can enjoy a wide range of sensory-conscious and exciting activities.✨ What&rsquo;s Happening This Year?<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🏰 Classic Fun &amp; Entertainment: Carnival games, bouncy castles, face painting, henna art, and music by our live DJ!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🍔 Delicious Eats: Local food truck favorites and refreshing treats from the ice cream truck.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🛍️ Neurodivergent &amp; Local Marketplace (NEW!): Shop and support neurodivergent-owned businesses, local makers, and community vendors.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">💃 Neuro-Friendly Dance Workshops (NEW!): Inclusive dance sessions designed for all movement styles and energy levels!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🧠 Sensory Space by Snooze Room (NEW!): Sponsored by Monarch House, providing a calm, low-stimulation environment whenever you need a quick break.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">📸 FREE Professional Headshots (NEW!): Courtesy of Mil Photography&mdash;perfect for self-advocates, professionals, and family keepsakes!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">🎟️ Raffle &amp; 50/50 Draw: Enter to win awesome prize packages generously provided by Y001 Distribution Centre (Amazon)!</li></ul>(More exciting features to be announced as the event approaches!)💙 Why We Fundraise: The #ABAforAll InitiativeEvery dollar raised prior to and during the event goes directly to the #ABAforAll initiative at Lake Ridge Community Support Services.This vital fundraising campaign directly subsidizes and reduces the out-of-pocket costs of needs-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs for children, youth, and adults with autism or intellectual disabilities across the Durham Region. Your support helps ensure that individuals and families receive the tailored, evidence-based care they deserve without financial barriers.🤝 Proudly Supported By<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Activity Sponsor: WeeWatch Childcare</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Event Supporter: GCDN</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sensory Space Sponsor: Monarch House</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Raffle Sponsor: Y001 Distribution Centre (Amazon)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Official Photographer: Mil Photography</li></ul>(Interested in sponsoring or becoming a vendor? Reach out to us at fundraising@lrcss.com to request a sponsorship package!)

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for registering for the Annual Autism Fun Fair 2026! We are so excited to welcome you, your family, and our community for a day of fun, connection, and inclusion. Here is a quick snapshot of what you need to know:📍 Where: Abilities Centre &mdash; 1 Jim Flaherty Street, Whitby, ON📅 When: Saturday, September 12, 2026 | 11:00 AM &ndash; 3:00 PM🎟️ Admission: Free!<h3 fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">✨ What&rsquo;s Waiting For You:</h3><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Classic Fun: Bouncy castles, carnival games, face painting, henna, food trucks, ice cream truck, and a live DJ!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Neurodivergent Marketplace: Shop unique goods and services from local neurodivergent-owned businesses and community supporters.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sensory Space by Snoeze Room: Hosted by Monarch House, providing a calm, quiet, low-stimulation environment whenever you need a quick break.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Neuro-Friendly Dance Workshops: Inclusive, welcoming movement sessions for all abilities.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">FREE Professional Headshots: Courtesy of Mil Photography&mdash;stop by for a individual or family portrait!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Raffle &amp; 50/50 Draw: Enter to win awesome prizes generously donated by Y001 Distribution Centre (Amazon).</li></ul><h3 fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">💙 You&rsquo;re Making a Difference (#ABAforAll)</h3>By joining us, you are supporting Lake Ridge Community Support Services&rsquo; #ABAforAll fundraising campaign. All proceeds raised before and during the fair directly subsidize Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs for children, youth, and adults with autism or intellectual disabilities in Durham Region. If you&rsquo;d like to make an optional donation or share the event with friends and family, you can do so anytime at <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/aba4all" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">lrcss.com/donate</a>. We can&rsquo;t wait to see you on September 12th! Warmly, The Team at Lake Ridge Community Support Services📧 Email: lrcss@lrcss.com | 🌐 Website: <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.lrcss.com" rel="noopener" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">lrcss.com</a>

Join Lake Ridge Community Support Services for a day of family fun, inclusive activities, local marketplace shopping, and community connection—all in support of making ABA therapy accessible across Durham Region! Event Details<ul><li>📅 Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026</li><li>⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM</li><li>📍 Location: Abilities Centre — 1 Jim Flaherty Street, Whitby, ON</li><li>🎟️ Admission: FREE (Donations welcome at entry or online!)</li></ul>About the EventHosted by Lake Ridge Community Support Services (LRCSS) as part of our community engagement and #ABAforAll fundraising campaign, the annual Autism Fun Fair is an inclusive, family-friendly event where clients, families, and all Durham Region community members can come together for a day of joy, empowerment, and fun!Admission is completely FREE, and guests of all ages can enjoy a wide range of sensory-conscious and exciting activities.✨ What’s Happening This Year?<ul><li>🏰 Classic Fun &amp; Entertainment: Carnival games, bouncy castles, face painting, henna art, and music by our live DJ!</li><li>🍔 Delicious Eats: Local food truck favorites and refreshing treats from the ice cream truck.</li><li>🛍️ Neurodivergent &amp; Local Marketplace (NEW!): Shop and support neurodivergent-owned businesses, local makers, and community vendors.</li><li>💃 Neuro-Friendly Dance Workshops (NEW!): Inclusive dance sessions designed for all movement styles and energy levels!</li><li>🧠 Sensory Space by Snooze Room (NEW!): Sponsored by Monarch House, providing a calm, low-stimulation environment whenever you need a quick break.</li><li>📸 FREE Professional Headshots (NEW!): Courtesy of Mil Photography—perfect for self-advocates, professionals, and family keepsakes!</li><li>🎟️ Raffle &amp; 50/50 Draw: Enter to win awesome prize packages generously provided by Y001 Distribution Centre (Amazon)!</li></ul>(More exciting features to be announced as the event approaches!)💙 Why We Fundraise: The #ABAforAll InitiativeEvery dollar raised prior to and during the event goes directly to the #ABAforAll initiative at Lake Ridge Community Support Services.This vital fundraising campaign directly subsidizes and reduces the out-of-pocket costs of needs-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs for children, youth, and adults with autism or intellectual disabilities across the Durham Region. Your support helps ensure that individuals and families receive the tailored, evidence-based care they deserve without financial barriers.🤝 Proudly Supported By<ul><li>Activity Sponsor: WeeWatch Childcare</li><li>Event Supporter: GCDN</li><li>Sensory Space Sponsor: Monarch House</li><li>Raffle Sponsor: Y001 Distribution Centre (Amazon)</li><li>Official Photographer: Mil Photography</li></ul>(Interested in sponsoring or becoming a vendor? Reach out to us at fundraising@lrcss.com to request a sponsorship package!)

Lake Ridge Community Support Services

2026 Autism Fun Fair

1 Jim Flaherty St

FREE General Admission

Free