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Winter 2011/12Program Guide

www.kitshouse.org

family youth childcare seniors support groupscommunity leadership collaboration opportunity

Serving the Westside since 1894

Kitsilano Neighbourhood House2305 2325 West 7th AvenueVancouver, BC

V6K 1Y4604- [email protected]


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Kitsilano House Winter 2011/12 Program Guide2

About Kits HouseSince 1894, Kitsilano Neighbourhood House has been the hub of theWestside. Kitsilano Neighbourhood House is a friendly neighbourhoodplace. People of all ages and cultures come together to enjoy pro-grams and services that make the Westside a healthy, safe and vibrantcommunity in which to live and do business.

Our VisionThe Westside of Vancouver is a healthy, safe and vibrant communitywhere everyone thrives.

Our MissionWe are dedicated to strengthening our community through leadership,collaboration and opportunity.

Our RedevelopmentStarting January 23rd, 2012 , the current site of Kits House at West7th & Vine will be undergoing redevelopment. Both heritage buildingswill be preserved. Our programs have been relocated elsewhere onthe Westside. We will be in our new main of ce ( 3683 West 4th Ave.@ Alma St. ) starting on January 23rd, 2012. Visit www.kitshouse.orgunder Redevelopment News for updates.

About Kitsilano Neighbourhood House


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Our Staff Catherine LeachExecutive Director

[email protected]

Emily Palmer

Director of Community [email protected]

Paul Riley

Operations Manager

[email protected]

Susan Coburn

Relocation Coordinator

[email protected]

Erica Booth

Front Desk Support Worker [email protected]

Tamara Ling

Administrative Assistant

[email protected]

About Kitsilano Neighbourhood House

Zsuzsi Fodor

Communtiy Programmer & West-side Food Collaborative

[email protected]

Sandra Petrozzi

Family Programs Coordinator

[email protected]

Julie Rieter

Volunteer & Literacy Programmer

[email protected]

Rachel Ruddle

Community Programmer (SteevesManor)

[email protected]

Julie Wall

Seniors Coordinator [email protected]

Nikki Wrankmore

Family Support Worker & Commu-nity Programmer (Kits House)

[email protected]


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Building Welcoming Communities

Community Development TablesWestside Food Security CollaborationThe Westside Food Security Collaborative is a neighbourhood groupworking on food issues on the Westside. The group is made up of serviceproviders and community members. We meet monthly and welcome newmembers. For more information contact Catherine Leach at [email protected] or Lisa Ross at Jewish Family Services Agency 604-257-5151.

Westside Seniors Empowerment Coalition

The coalition represents seniors living on Vancouvers Westside. It is anumbrella group of individuals, community health providers, communityorganizations, churches, businesses, and agencies. The mandate is topromote healthy ageing through physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. For more information contact Julie Wall at [email protected].

Westside ECD Network 4

This group is made up of organizations that provide childcare, preschool,family drop-in and other Early Childhood Development (ECD) relatedprograms and who are interested in working together to build the capac-ity of the Westside to provide high quality, accessible ECD services. For more information contact [email protected].

Westside Food Collaborative

The Westside Food Collaborative is a neighbourhood group working onfood issues on the west side. The group is made up of anyone who lives,works, studies, visits, volunteers or cares about food in our community.We meet monthly, have an e-mail list, host events, and support projects.For more information contact Zsuzsi Fodor at [email protected] or

visit our website www.westsidefoodcollaborative.org.


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More Community Development TablesWelcoming Community Networking TableCome together with community members and service providers toshare resources and support for immigrants and newcomers on theWestside of Vancouver. All are welcome!

*Note: This networking group will meet quarterly.

If you or your organization are interested in getting involved, pleasecontact Nikki Wrankmore, Family Support Worker & Community Pro-grammer at 604-736-3588 ext. 26 or [email protected].

Newcomers Guide to the Westside & Commu-nity Resources Website

Available in English, Chinese, Korean, Farsi and Spanish.

Get your copy...

In person: Visit Kits House at 2325 West 7th Avenue for your guide.

Online: Visit www.kitshouse.org to download your printable guide.

Printed: To receive additional copies, contact 604-736-3588.

For more information contact Nikki Wrankmore, Family Support Worker & Community Programmer at 604-736-3588 ext. 26 or [email protected].

*Check out our Community Resources website: www.kitshouse.org/community-resource .


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Neighbourhood Small Grants ProgramWant to get involved? Feel like giving back to the community?Apply for a Neighbourhood Small Grant (NSG)!

Groups of two or more neighbours can apply for a grant of $50 to $500 towork together on small projects that bene t their neighbourhood socially,physically, culturally or environmentally. Applicants must live in Arbutus

Ridge, Kitsilano or West Point Grey. All grant decisions are made by our Resident Committee.

Teach a cooking class. Put on a music recital. Have a street hockeytournament. Plant a community garden and much more!

Next deadline will be in the Spring of 2012. The exact date is TBA.

For details, brochures, and applications, visit our website (www.kit -shouse.org) or contact Julie Rieter, Volunteer & Literacy Programmer at604-736-3588 ext. 33 or at [email protected].


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Bumble Tree ChildcareOffsite - Jericho Military Base at 4th & Highbury

Need a Break? We have playactivities, messy hands-on crafts,outside play & early literacy singsong circle time for your child.Stimulating educational activi-ties to help children prepare for preschool and pre-kindergardenschool readiness. This program isfor children 18 months to 4 yearsold . We are staffed by trained andexperienced childcare workers.

Monday, Tuesday, WednesdayOR Friday (3 days max per child)

9:30am - 12:30pm

Cost:1 day a week care:

$144.00 monthly fee + $50.00non-refundable registration fee+ $10.00 annual family member-ship.

2 days a week care:

$288.00 monthly fee + $50.00non-refundable registration fee+ $10.00 annual family member-ship.

3 days a week care:

$432 monthly fee + $50.00non-refundable registration fee+ $10.00 annual family member-ship.

First and last months fees to bepaid at time of registration.

For more information contact:Rachelle Gauthier, ChildcareSupervisor at 604-736-3588 ext35, [email protected].

Childcare Programs


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Childcare Programs

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Community PreschoolOffsite - Jericho Military Base at 4th & Highbury

We offer a child-centred curriculum for 3 & 4 year olds that is play-based with focused questions and activities. The program supportschildren in their emotional, social, creative, cognitive and physicaldevelopment. The children go outside everyday, and participate in 2-3

eld trips per year.

Morning Session:

Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:30am-12:00pm

Afternoon Session:

Monday, Wednesday & Friday 1:30pm-4:00pm

Cost: $190/month + $50 registration + $10 annual membership.

Sept & June fees to be paid at time of registration.

Registration is a rst come rst served basis.

For more information contact Rachelle Gauthier, Childcare Supervisor at 604-736-3588 ext. 35 or [email protected].


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Childcare Programs


Kitsilano & Dunbar Kids Club Out of SchoolCare Program (OSC)Offsite - 2690 Larch Street & 3776 West 28th Avenue

Kitsilano & Dunbar Kids Club are committed to providing qualityprograms that encourage children to learn and explore their interestsand ideas. We follow a child-oriented, play-based philosophy. Thisprogram is designed for children 5 to 12 years old , attending one of

the schools that we serve. We also provide day care during the schoolbreaks at an additional cost. Both locations have care from Mondayto Friday!

Out of School Care - Kitsilano

AM Care (7:30-9:00am) $305/month

PM Care (3:00-6:00pm) $305/month

AM & PM Care (7:30-9:00am & 3:00-6:00pm) $405/month

Out of School Care - Dunbar

PM Session (3:00-6:00pm) $305/month

*Professional days extra $35/day (registered participants) or $40/day(community members). Available at Kitsilano and Dunbar locations.

For more information contact Rachelle Gauthier, Childcare Supervisor at 604-736-3588 or [email protected].


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Family Programs


Parent and Tot Drop-in: UBCOffsite - 2707 Tennis Crescent, UBC Campus

Come and participate in multicultural celebrations, play-basedlearning activities, arts & crafts, circle time, lending library to borrowtoys, books & resources. Meet new friends, bond with your child andget connected with your community!

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

10:00am 11:30am

Cost: FREE

Parent and Tot Drop-in: St. MarksOffsite - St. Marks Anglican Church (1805 Larch St. )

Our Kits House family resource program supports families with children0-5 years . Come and participate in our play-based learning programoffering art activities, circle time, outdoor play and hands-on child activ-ity centres. Receive information and support and meet new friends!

Mondays & Fridays10:00am 11:30am

Cost: $2 drop-in fee per family + $10 annual family membership

For more information on the Parent and Tot Drop in programs, pleasecontact Sandra Petrozzi, Family Programs Coordinator at 604-736-3588 ext. 25, [email protected].


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Family Programs

Mama and Papa Goose Toddlers and InfantsOffsite - Offsite - St. Marks Anglican Church (1805 Larch St. @ West 2nd Ave.)

Come and meet parents and other children in the neighbourhoodthrough an hour of rhymes, songs, and stories that support early lit-eracy. Through this program, you will develop a special bond betweenyou and your child. Kits House offers this program to two different agegroups to better accomodate you and your family:

Starts Tuesday January 17th, 2012 - March 20th, 2012. (10 sessions)

Toddlers (ages 1-3 years): 10:00AM - 11:00AM

Infants (ages 0-12 months): 11:30AM - 12:30PM

Cost: $60 + $10 family membership

*Due to popularity, registration will be on a rst come, rst served ba -sis. Register at Front Desk - cash or cheque only.

For more information contact: Sandra Petrozzi, Family Programs Coor -dinator at 604-736-3588 ext. 25 or [email protected].


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Family Programs


My Tween and Me Parenting ProgramOffsite - Tapestry at Westbrook Village, UBC (3338 Westbrook Mall)

This free parenting program is for parents with children aged 7-12.Learn how to build a strong relationship with your children as pre-teens. It will help you to gain con dence and skills to guide your chil -dren into and through the risk-taking teen years.

Starts Monday, January 30th, 2012- March 5th, 2012 (6 sessions)

9:30am- 11:30am

Cost: Free

*Registration is on a rst come rst serve basis.

For more information or to register contact Nikki Wrankmore, FamilySupport Worker at 604-736-3588 ext. 26 or [email protected]


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Family Programs


Family Peer Support Volunteer TrainingOffsite - UBC Acadia Park Commons Block, UBC Campus (2707 Tennis Crescent)

Strengthening CONNECTIONS Welcoming newcomer families toVancouvers Westside.

Do you speak a second language?

Do you enjoy helping others?Looking for vaulable Canadian work experience?

Become a FAMILY PEER SUPPORT volunteer and connect with your community!

Training will provide skill-building in:

- Cross-Cultural Communiation

- Peer Support- Community Engagement

- Local Resouces

*Free Childminding, lunch, friendship and fun!

Dates are TBA (3 sessions in February or March 2012)

Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm

For more information, contact Patricia Paz, Strengthening Connec -tions & Welcoming Neighbours Program Facilitator at 604-736-3588ext. 25 or [email protected].


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Youth Volunteer SkillsThis 10 week program focuses on leadership, team building, self awareness, con ict resolution, interview skills, time and stress man -agement and lots more! Youth will gain more than 15 volunteer hoursthrough Kits House and get involved in the community.

Starts February 2012 for 10 weeks.

Exact date and location TBA

Cost: $20 registration fee + $5 annual membership Limited subsidiesare available

For more information, contact Julie Rieter, Volunteer and Literacy Pro-grammer at 604-736-3588 ext. 33 or [email protected].

*To register, please visit the Front Desk.

Youth LeadershipThe program will focus on developing the skills and awareness neces-sary to be a community leader and be the next level program for thosewho completed Youth Volunteer Skills and others who already havesome volunteer skills. Youth Leadership will also have a special focuson environmental sustainability and social justice. The program willhave opportunities to work on volunteer projects in the community.

The program will begin in early 2012.

Exact time, date and location are TBA

Cost: $25 (includes Kits House Membership)

For more information, contact Zsuzsi Fodor, Community Programmer & Westside Food Collaborative Coordinator at 604-736-3588 ext. 31 or [email protected].

Youth Programs



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Older Adult Programs


Seniors AdvisoryGroupOnsite - 2305 W. 7th Ave.

The Seniors Advisory Grouphelps to facilitate a welcomingand inclusive environment at the

seniors drop-in program andbuilds on the strengths and skillsof the participants.

3rd Tuesday of the month

1:00pm

For more information, contactRachel Ruddle, CommunityProgrammer at 604-736-3588 ext.26 (Kits House) or 604-224-4302(Steeves Manor Resource Cen -tre) or [email protected].

Seniors Drop-inOffsite - Maplecrest Apartments(2229 Maple Street)

Guest speakers, entertain-ment, games, lectures, livelydiscussions and much more.Includes hot soup and refresh-ments.

Tuesdays- 11:00- 1:00pm

Cost: $3.00 + $5.00 annual mem-bership

For more information, contactRachel Ruddle, CommunityProgrammer at 604-736-3588 ext.26 (Kits House) or 604-224-4302(Steeves Manor Resource Cen -tre) or [email protected].


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Westside Seniors Links ProgramSeniors Links brings together Westside seniors who need some helparound the house with students who are able to help. Seniors canarrange to have help with simple household tasks such as light house-work, gardening and odd jobs. Seniors select the student and pay $10per hour for a minimum of 2 hours.

For more information contact Julie Wall, Senior Coordinator at 604-736-3588 ext. 24 or [email protected].

Westside Seniors Peer Counselling Program

If you or someone who know is experiencing depression due tochange in life circumstances, bereavement, or feeling isolated, our Se-nior Peer Counsellors can help. This is a one-to-one free service andis completely con dential.

For more information contact Julie Wall, Seniors Coordinator at 604-

736-3588 ext. 24 or [email protected].


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Osteo t for LifeOffsite - St. Marks AnglicanChurch (1805 Larch St. @ West 2nd Ave.)

Reduce your risk of falling,strengthen muscles, improve

balance and coordination anddecrease the rate of bone loss!

Instructor: Keno Kinoshita

Tuesdays & Thursdays

8:30am - 9:30am

Cost: $49.00 for 14 sessions +$5.00 annual membership.

Seniors Out-tripsOffsite - various locations TBAeach month

Interesting and affordable out-trips on the third Thursday of every month.

Please visit our Front Desk toregister and prepay.

Knitting GroupOffsite - St. Marks AnglicanChurch (1805 Larch St. @ West 2nd Ave.)

This lively group makes hats,scarfs, socks and sweaters for

the homeless.

Fridays from 1:30pm to 3:00pm

Cost: Free

For more information about Os-teo t for Life, Seniors Out-trips, or the Knitting Group, please contactJulie Wall, Seniors Coordinator at 604-736-3588 ext. 24, [email protected]


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Get Involved: Support KNH

Volunteer - Kits House their volunteers!At Kitsilano Neighbourhood House, we greatly value our volunteers.Volunteer placements are made consensually based on the needs of the community and our organization. We take into consideration thevolunteers interests, skills, experience and availability. Volunteers arerespected, valued and treated as equal co-workers. Current volunteer postings can be found at www.govolunteer.ca

Orientation Sessions are on the 3rd Monday of each month.

4:00pm-5:00pm

For more information contact Julie Rieter, Volunteer Programmer at604-736-3588 ext. 33 or [email protected].

Donate - I MY HOOD!We welcome donations to support our programs and community work!Corporate and personal donations will be recognized on our websitefor donations over $100.

Mail a cheque or money order to:

Kitsilano Neighbourhood House

2325 West 7th Ave.,

Vancouver, BC, V6K 1Y4Or you can donate online at www.kitshouse.org by clicking on the do-nate now button. Select Kitsilano Neighbourhood House as your FundDesignation.

Tax receipts can be issued upon request of donations over $30.

For more information on about donation to Kits House or want todonate please contact Front Desk at 604-736-3588 or frontdesk@

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Get Involved: Support KNH

RentalsGreat for workshops & events! We will be accepting rentals until theend of December. Non-pro t rates are available.

If you are interested in renting our Hall or Sunroom, contact 604-736-3588 or [email protected].

WebsiteOur website is the best way to stay connected to Kits House and whatis happening in the community. Stay updated on re-development news,upcoming events & Kits Blog. You can even ask Kit a question! Visit .us at www.kitshouse.org .

Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, You-Tube, and Google Plus!You can Like us on Facebook or Follow us on Twitter. We are also onLinkedin, YouTube, and Google Plus. We would love to hear from you!You can access our pages through the main page of our website: www.kitshouse.org.

E-newsletter Subscibe to our e-newsletter at www.kitshouse.org. Submit your emailon the bottom right-hand corner and you are set! You can also pick upa copy at our main of ce on 2325 West 7th Ave.



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Kitsilano Neighbourhood House2305 2325 West 7th Avenue

Vancouver, BCV6K 1Y4

Phone: 604-736-3588Fax: 604-736-3640www.kitshouse.org

[email protected]

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