BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//York South Family Network - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:York South Family Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ysfn.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for York South Family Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T120000 DTSTAMP:20260902T043058Z CREATED:20260902T043045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T043058Z UID:657-1789639200-1789646400@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Coffee at Blob Cafe DESCRIPTION:Join YFSN at the Blob for a Coffee Chat Spend a morning with YFSN connecting and enjoying each other’s company. LIMITED space is available.Please register below and let YFSN know you are attending. Coffee is our treat; however\, attendees are responsible for their own food purchases.https://autisminmind.org/vocational-training-blob-cafe/Registration is required. Date:Thursday\, September 17th 2026Time: 10 am – Noon Location: 121 Granton Dr Unit 11-13\, Richmond Hill\, ON L4B 3N4  (near 16th & Lesley ) URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/coffee-at-blob-cafe/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260910T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260910T183000 DTSTAMP:20260902T042839Z CREATED:20260902T042839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T042839Z UID:654-1789054200-1789065000@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Back to School Movie - Coyote vs Acme DESCRIPTION:Calling all movie lovers to celebrate the end of summer with YSFN. \n\n\n\nThis is a free in-person event. Registration is required \n\n\n\nTickets are limited\, and registration is required. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/back-to-school-movie-coyote-vs-acme/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T220000 DTSTAMP:20260611T214847Z CREATED:20260411T115932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T214847Z UID:605-1784660400-1784671200@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Cheer on the Blue Jays! DESCRIPTION:York South Family Network \n\n\n\nGame Details: Toronto Blue Jays vs Tampa Bay Rays \n\n\n\n📅 Tuesday\, July 21\, 2026🕖 7:00 PM \n\n\n\n🎟️ Important Ticket Information \n\n\n\n\nWe have limited tickets available for this event\n\n\n\n➡️ Tickets will be allocated on a strict first-come\, first-served basis\n\n\n\nLimit: 2 tickets per family. \n\n\n\n\nEvent made possible through the generous support of our volunteers fundraising with Bingoworld Richmond Hill Gaming and Charities. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/cheer-on-the-blue-jays/ LOCATION:Rogers Centre\, 1 Blue Jays Way\, Suite 3200\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 1J1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Dognight.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260706T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260706T203000 DTSTAMP:20260703T023617Z CREATED:20260611T222151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T023617Z UID:633-1783319400-1783369800@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Accessible Art - Letter Wall Art DESCRIPTION:Art is for everyoneJoin us for an evening of creativity\, connection\, and accessible art with your YSFN family.Participants will create beautiful Letter Wall Art using the first letter of their name or initials. Together\, we will explore drawing\, tools designed by MakeGood\, along with ImaginAble Solutions and their Guided Hands assistive device.These tools can help participants become more independent and confident while creating art in their own unique way.This workshop will include the use of assistive art tools designed to support people with limited hand strength\, fine motor challenges\, or mobility differences. These tools help promote inclusion\, creativity\, independence\, and self-expression in art-making. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/accessible-art-letter-wall-art/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260630T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260630T150000 DTSTAMP:20260611T213051Z CREATED:20260611T213051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T213051Z UID:618-1782826200-1782831600@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:York Region Disability Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join members of the ODSP Action Coalition\, Richmond Hill Mobility Accessibility Foundation\, York Region Food Council\, Community Legal Clinic of York Region\, and Income Security Advocacy Centre for an afternoon of discussion\, information sharing\, and community connection. \n\n\n\nCoffee and light refreshments will be provided. \n\n\n\nThis is a free in–person event. All are welcome. No registration required. \n\n\n\nFor accommodation requests or questions\, email: odspactioncoalition@gmail.com \n\n\n\nPeople with disabilities\, caregivers\, advocates\, service providers\, and community members are encouraged to attend.Date: Tuesday\, June 30 \n\n\n\nTime: 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm   Location: Richmond Hill Public Library Central Branch \n\n\n\n1 Atkinson Street\, Richmond Hill URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/york-region-disability-community-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T170000 DTSTAMP:20260611T221416Z CREATED:20260611T221200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T221416Z UID:627-1782482400-1782493200@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Art Circle House Hippos  DESCRIPTION:Learn from TikTok Artist @5-9PlayHuas  Learn how to model and create Poly Clay House Hippos \n\n\n\nJoin us on Friday\, June 26!  \n\n\n\n2 pm to 5 pm \n\n\n\nFree event Registration is required.  \n\n\n\n Oak Ridges Public Library\, Room 2 \n\n\n\n34 Regatta Ave.\, Richmond Hill \n\n\n\nL4E 4R1 \n\n\n\nThis is a free make-and-take activity.  Registration required. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/house-hippos/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T130000 DTSTAMP:20260612T135822Z CREATED:20260611T233000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T135822Z UID:620-1781782200-1781787600@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:YSFN Professional Speaker Series Ontario Parents for Education Supports DESCRIPTION:Education Advocacy with Julia Evangelisto & Liz Garkowski fromOntario Parents for Education Supports! \n\n\n\nJoin us for an online lunch & learn to be educated on how to best approach school advocacy from this power team of parent advocates.  \n\n\n\nThis is a Virtual meeting registion is requried grab your lunch\, and join in the conversation to discuss how to ensure your child has the necessary support during these challenging times in public education. Julia and Liz will provide practical tips on school advocacy and community building. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/ontario-parents-for-education-supports/ CATEGORIES:Registration Required END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260515T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260515T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T120326Z CREATED:20260205T041828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T120326Z UID:539-1778846400-1778846400@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Flash Camp 2026 DESCRIPTION:Family Literacy and AAC on the Shores of Huron May 15 to May 18th 2026 \n\n\n\nFLASH Camp is a family camp in Southwestern Ontario\, Canada\, established to teach literacy and communication skills to individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)\, alongside their families and support workers.​By becoming immersed in an AAC environment with opportunities to engage in conversation\, campers will develop their skills and confidence in using AAC to communicate. Parents and siblings will gain confidence in modelling communication using AAC\, and be more able to advocate for literacy instruction at school. The camp setting will provide families with the chance to connect with each other and restore their mental health. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/flash-camp-2026/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FLASH-CAMP-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T203000 DTSTAMP:20260306T225743Z CREATED:20260306T225741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T225743Z UID:600-1774420200-1774470600@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Art Circle - Rubber Stamp Making DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Oak Ridges Library Room #2 for an introduction to stamp making. All necessary supplies will be provided. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/art-circle-rubber-stamp-making/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T150000 DTSTAMP:20260311T203001Z CREATED:20260306T224852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T203001Z UID:535-1773921600-1773932400@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Warm up to March Break Movie with YSFN- showing "Hoppers" DESCRIPTION:Please note the movie start time will be confirmed the week of showing. Caregivers and their immediate family are invited to join for a Movie. Location is Imagine Cinemas Elgin Mills\, Richmond Hill\, Registration is Required URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/warm-up-to-march-break-movie-with-ysfn-showing-hoppers/ CATEGORIES:Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Image-2026-01-26-at-3.41-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260227T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260227T133000 DTSTAMP:20260212T171053Z CREATED:20260125T004924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T171053Z UID:526-1772193600-1772199000@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:YSFN 5th Speakers Series - ACSD Funding 101: What Families Need to Know DESCRIPTION:Manda Mesic\, a parent of a child with disabilities\, brings extensive\, lived experience navigating Ontario’s disability funding systems. Manda will share practical insights to help families better understand the process\, strengthen their applications\, and respond effectively if a decision needs to be appealed. \n\n\n\nThis session will focus on the Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) program—how it works\, and common pitfalls to avoid. \n\n\n\n🗓️ Free webinar \n\n\n\nDesigned for parents and caregivers seeking clear\, practical guidance. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/ysfn-5th-speakers-series-acsd-funding-101-what-families-need-to-know/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Manda.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T150000 DTSTAMP:20260125T000748Z CREATED:20260123T043320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T000748Z UID:509-1771678800-1771686000@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Accessible Art Pilot Program DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all York South Family Network members. \n\n\n\nWe will provide a variety of assistive art devices that everyone is welcome to try. These tools are designed for individuals with limited hand strength or fine-motor mobility who may benefit from adapted art supports. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we’ll explore drawing\, colouring\, and painting using materials such as watercolour\, jelly gouache\, and pencil crayons. Participants will be supported by 3D-printed assistive devices to promote inclusion\, creativity\, and independence in art-making. \n\n\n\nThere is no cost to attend. Participant feedback on the assistive devices will be greatly appreciated and will help inform future accessible art programming. \n\n\n\nWe’re especially excited to see how new tools designed by @MakeGood\, along with ImaginAble Solutions and their Guided Hands tools\, can support participants to become more independent and explore a wide range of artistic expression. \n\n\n\nEvent Details📅 Saturday\, February 21\, 2026🕐 1:15–3:00 PM📍 Oak Ridges Library – Room 234 Regatta AvenueRichmond Hill\, ON L4E 4R1 \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you for a fun\, inclusive\, and creative afternoon. \n\n\n\nVolunteers NeededWe are also recruiting volunteers to help ensure participants have the support they need. If you’re interested in volunteering\, please complete the volunteer form. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/accessible-art-pilot-program/ CATEGORIES:Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Image-2026-01-09-at-11.49-PM.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260213T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260213T093000 DTSTAMP:20260212T033708Z CREATED:20260124T163914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T033708Z UID:515-1770975000-1770975000@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Drop in Coffee Chat & Lego DESCRIPTION:☕ Drop In Coffee Chat & LEGO \n\n\n\nJoin us for good company\, relaxed conversation\, LEGO building\, and of course\, a hot latte. \n\n\n\nThis is a casual\, drop-in gathering\, connect\, unwind\, and enjoy time together in a welcoming space. \n\n\n\nDate: Friday\, February 13Time: 9:30 AMLocation: Tondo French Bakery and Coffee Shop10520 Yonge Street\, Unit 41 (Richmond Heights Plaza) Richmond Hill\, ON L4C 3C7 \n\n\n\n No agenda—just community\, creativity\, and coffee. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/drop-in-coffee-chat-lego/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260208T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260208T103000 DTSTAMP:20260112T225206Z CREATED:20260102T035836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T225206Z UID:462-1770546600-1770546600@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Ripley's Aquarium DESCRIPTION:288 Bremner Blvd. Toronto \n\n\n\nGet your marine biologist on as we marvel at underwater creatures and plants! Attend on your own (caregiver burnout prevention) or come with your crew. \n\n\n\nThis is a free\, in-person\, all-ages\, registration-required event. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/ripleys-aquarium/ CATEGORIES:Registration Required END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260124T131500 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260124T150000 DTSTAMP:20260123T043415Z CREATED:20260117T041530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T043415Z UID:498-1769260500-1769266800@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:(Postponed due to extreme cold) Accessible Art Pilot Project DESCRIPTION:We have rebooked this event for Saturday\, February 21st\, at OakRidges from 1pm to 3pm! URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/accessible-art-pilot-project/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Image-2026-01-09-at-11.49-PM.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260123T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260123T130000 DTSTAMP:20260102T041822Z CREATED:20260102T034642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T041822Z UID:447-1769169600-1769173200@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:YSFN Speakers Series - A Stop Gap Measure - Short Film and Discussion with Richmond Hill Accessibility Mobility Foundation DESCRIPTION:Next in our Lunchtime Learning Speaker Series:  A screening of documentary “A Stop Gap Measure” about disability activist Luke Anderson  Discussion hosted by Richmond Hill Mobility Foundation directors Mr. Barry Munro and Mr. Andrew Fisher \n\n\n\nThis is a free online event intended for adults.  \n\n\n\nRegistration requested\, details to follow. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/ysfn-speakers-series-a-stop-gap-measure-short-film-and-discussion-with-richmond-hill-accessibility-mobility-foundation/ CATEGORIES:Registration Required END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260116T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260116T123000 DTSTAMP:20260102T042036Z CREATED:20260102T035258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T042036Z UID:456-1768559400-1768566600@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:SCAVENGER HUNT AT THE ROM DESCRIPTION:100 Queens Park\, Toronto \n\n\n\nUnleash your inner Detective as we split up into small groups to race to find treasures in different parts of Royal Ontario Museum! After the Scavenger Hunt concludes\, you are welcome to wander the permanent collections of the ROM for the rest of the day. Attend on your own (caregiver burnout prevention) or come with your crew. \n\n\n\nThis is a free\,  all-ages\, in-person\, registration required event. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/scavenger-hunt-at-the-rom-3/ LOCATION:Royal Ontario Museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T210000 DTSTAMP:20251205T190149Z CREATED:20251119T040421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T190149Z UID:394-1766084400-1766091600@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Art Circle: GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATION DESCRIPTION:Thursday 18 December\, 7:00-9:00pm \n\n\n\nFree in-person event. Registration required. One house per family. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/art-circle-gingerbread-house-decoration/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Screenshot-2025-11-18-at-11.03.00-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T210000 DTSTAMP:20251209T142542Z CREATED:20251022T181514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T142542Z UID:382-1765477800-1765486800@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Year End Family PotLuck DESCRIPTION:Bringing together three local family networks to celebrate the holiday season together. York South Family Network\, Family Support Network Newmarket Aurora Family Support Network York Region North \n\n\n\n50 Victoria St. Brevik Hall Town Square\, Aurora\, Ontario \n\n\n\n Bring a dish to share. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/year-end-family-potluck/ CATEGORIES:Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Beige-Retro-Potluck-Dinner-Party-Restaurant-Poster-Instagram-Post-45.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T143000 DTSTAMP:20251119T035849Z CREATED:20251119T035848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T035849Z UID:390-1764248400-1764253800@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Drip Painting - Art it Forward DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon with Art It Forward doing drip painting at Oak Ridges Library. Thursday 27 November 1:00-2:30pm \n\n\n\nRoom 2\, Oak Ridges Public Library \n\n\n\n34 Regatta Ave.\, Richmond Hill URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/drip-painting-art-it-forward/ CATEGORIES:Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Screenshot-2025-11-18-at-10.57.38-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251115T150000 DTSTAMP:20251120T222530Z CREATED:20250908T154833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T222530Z UID:364-1763200800-1763218800@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Holiday Disability Market DESCRIPTION:Join us for York Region’s first-ever Holiday Disability Market\, showcasing inclusive vendors\, handmade gifts\, and community spirit. Hosted by York South Family Network & L’Arche Daybreak. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/holiday-disability-market/ LOCATION:L’Arche DayBreak\, 11339 Yonge Street 11339 Yonge St\, Richmond Hill\, ON L4S 1L1\, Richmond Hill\, ON\, L4S 1L1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Drop IN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Holiday-Disability-Market-2025.zip-HDM_Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251002T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251002T140000 DTSTAMP:20250919T142315Z CREATED:20250919T142315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T142315Z UID:377-1759399200-1759413600@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Upla - A day of fun DESCRIPTION:We had so much fun at Upla last year we are heading back. Discover the wonder of uplå\, North America’s largest outdoor trampolines\, where you can be active and have fun in an enchanting natural setting! This event is made possible by our sponsors BINGO World + Gaming Richmond Hill! URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/upla-a-day-of-fun/ CATEGORIES:Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_4255-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T131500 DTSTAMP:20250818T183148Z CREATED:20250818T144923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T183148Z UID:342-1758974400-1758978900@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:YSFN goes to the Ballet DESCRIPTION:National Ballet Relaxed Performance\n\n\n\nSat Sept 27th 12:00-1:15pm\n\n\n\nBetty Oliphant Theatre – 404 Jarvis St.\, Toronto\n\n\n\nAlthough the performance is in late September\, the Ballet has requested registration by Sept 4thCome join us for a YOU performance (Youth\, Outreach & Understanding) \n\n\n\nThe YOU dance Relaxed Performance is designed to welcome the Disability Community into artistic spaces. \n\n\n\nA Relaxed Performance is structured to ensure that students within the Neurodiverse and Disability Community and their families feel safe and cared for. This performance may benefit those on the Autism Spectrum\, people with ADHD\, any person who identifies as Neurodiverse\, people with learning and/or development delays/disabilities or anyone who feels they may enjoy a more relaxed experience when attending the ballet. \n\n\n\nThe one-hour performance features a selection of repertoire performed by dancers of The National Ballet of Canada RBC Apprentice Programme\, accompanied by a live pianist and a host. During a Relaxed Performance\, the choreography is unchanged. However\, the sound levels are lower\, the house lights are on at a dim setting and audience members are welcome to move around the auditorium as needed. \n\n\n\nLimited accessible seating!  URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/ysfn-goes-to-the-ballet-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-18-at-2.28.35-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250910T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250910T203000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204726Z CREATED:20250822T153850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T204726Z UID:353-1757530800-1757536200@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:SPEAKERS SERIES #3 EDUCATION DESCRIPTION: How to effectively collaborate on your child’s IEP \n\n\n\nFeaturing Education Experts: Alison Rumball MSEd\, Special Education Professional \n\n\n\nKaren CongramM.Ed. Inclusive Education Consultant \n\n\n\n\n\nThis will be an online webinar. Feel free to email us your questions in advance YorkSouthFamilyNetwork @ gmail.com URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/speakers-series-3-education/ CATEGORIES:Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/YSFN-SPEAKERS-SERIES-Facebook-Post-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250904T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250904T113000 DTSTAMP:20250818T184521Z CREATED:20250818T184520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T184521Z UID:348-1756980000-1756985400@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Back to School Coffee Chat DESCRIPTION:Join us for a coffee chat at Covernotes Coffee House in downtown Richmond Hill. For a hot beverage and a relaxed conversation with your peers. This is a drop-in event. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/back-to-school-coffee-chat/ LOCATION:Covernotes Coffee House\, 10268 Yonge St\, Richmond Hill\, ON\, L4C 3B7\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/YSFN3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250829T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250829T143000 DTSTAMP:20250822T154030Z CREATED:20250818T135438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T154030Z UID:336-1756472400-1756477800@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Art Circle: 3D Tiny Garden DESCRIPTION:Come join us to enjoy some relaxing and stress-reducing creative activity. This is a make-and-take event. Registration is required. We are meeting at the Richmond Hill – Oak Ridges Library Branch. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/art-circle-3d-tiny-garden/ LOCATION:Oak Ridges Public Library\, 34 Regatta Ave\, Richmond Hill Ontairo\, ON\, L4E\, Canada CATEGORIES:Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ysfn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_0369.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T170000 DTSTAMP:20250807T183146Z CREATED:20250807T183045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T183146Z UID:328-1755165600-1755190800@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Day at the Toronto Zoo with YSFN! DESCRIPTION:Bring your gang to enjoy: \n\n\n\n– A Private Indoor Space for our Group\n\n\n\n– Private Animal Ambassador Presentation.\n\n\n\n– Close to Splash Island & KidZoo areas\n\n\n\nNote: Entry tickets and Animal Ambassador provided compliments of York South Family Network; and other Zoo rides or attractions are the responsibility of each family. \n\n\n\nWatch your email for Registration Details. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/day-at-the-toronto-zoo-with-ysfn/ LOCATION:Toronto Zoo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T210000 DTSTAMP:20250807T182816Z CREATED:20250807T182815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T182816Z UID:322-1753900200-1753909200@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Family Movie Night DESCRIPTION:Join YSFN for a Movie Night – Smurfs or Jurassic World! This event for Caregivers and their Families is made possible thanks to funding from Bingoworld and Gaming Richmond Hill! \n\n\n\nRegistration is required. URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/family-movie-night/ LOCATION:Imagine Cinema Richmond Hill – off Yorkland\, 109009 Yonge Street\, Richmond Hill\, Ontario\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250619T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250619T130000 DTSTAMP:20250609T180030Z CREATED:20250609T174537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T180030Z UID:305-1750334400-1750338000@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:YSFN Professional Speakers Series Maja Rehou DESCRIPTION:From Chaos to Calm:  \n\n\n\nManaging Misunderstood Behaviours\n\n\n\nJoin us for our next Lunch & Learn with Maja Rehou\, RSW — a Clinical Therapist\, passionate advocate\, and proud mom to two incredible girls. \n\n\n\nMaja brings over two decades of experience supporting children and adults with complex needs. She’ll share practical insights and actionable strategies to help you find calm in the chaos. \n\n\n\n York South Family Network Speaker Series #2 \n\n\n\n Richmond Hill Central Library – 1 Atkins St\, Richmond Hill\, Ontario \n\n\n\n Or join us virtually via Zoom! \n\n\n\nRegister here: \n\n\n\nRegister here: https://us21.list-manage.com/survey?u=6f2cd353d75877fa68a21159d&id=94b31ccf00&attribution=false&fbclid=IwY2xjawKz-6BleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFyQW1uYkl1dm5WTE5yWnBPAR6D8ibja0ueoawfIDc3MBrjAVMg0U37POasMxV9F489kWhkdXz_qFuAFrnOyQ_aem_nFe-PV00pa7_vVQaZpFh8g URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/ysfn-professional-speakers-series-maja-rehou/ LOCATION:Richmond Hill Central Library Meeting Room 2 & Hybrid\, 1 Atkins St\, Richmond Hill\, Ontairo\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250528T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250528T120000 DTSTAMP:20250609T174528Z CREATED:20250609T174528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T174528Z UID:290-1748390400-1748433600@ysfn.ca SUMMARY:Red Shirt Day DESCRIPTION:Save the Date: May 28\, 2025Red Shirt Day of Accessibility & Inclusion \n\n\n\nWe are delighted to announce that the City of Richmond Hill—through the leadership of Mayor David West and the Richmond Hill Accessibility Advisory Committee—has officially proclaimed May 28 as Red Shirt Day of Accessibility and Inclusion. \n\n\n\nLearn more about Red Shirt Day and join us in taking meaningful action here: [Link to Red Shirt Day information] \n\n\n\n\nMark your calendar for May 28.\n\n\n\nWear a red shirt as a visible sign of support.\n\n\n\nSign the pledge to commit to positive change and help build an accessible\, inclusive community.\n\n\n\n\nTogether\, let’s turn awareness into action—because true inclusion should never go out of style! URL:https://ysfn.ca/event/red-shirt-day/ LOCATION:Richmond Hill\, END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR