Events in October 2021

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September 27, 2021
September 28, 2021(2 events)

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group


September 28, 2021

The BALANCE Sharing Space Support Group is year-round professionally facilitated group counselling for adults who are blind or living with sight loss. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, this group address' life challenges specifically for blind people, whether big or small, in a safe and supportive group experience (currently offered virtually through Zoom). Our Sharing Space Support Group is facilitated by a registered Social Worker with lived experience.

This is open only to BALANCE clients. You need a service agreement in place in order to participate. If you don't have one, please call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0 or email info@balancefba.org to get more information.

zoom

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


September 28, 2021

Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

zoom
September 29, 2021(1 event)

2:00 pm: Music Appreciation: The Evolution of Recorded Music

2:00 pm: Music Appreciation: The Evolution of Recorded Music


September 29, 2021

This music-discussion group will explore “The Evolution of Recorded Music”, examining how music has been recorded through the decades. Using original multi-track recordings, instructor Dan Minchom will break down and discuss the ever-evolving techniques, tricks and technologies that allow music to sound the way it does today. We’ll also look at interesting stories of famous artists who broke the mould and set new standards for recorded music and discuss how their creativity changed audio forever. Pro Tip: Dan suggests the use of headphones for an optimal listening experience!

This group runs every Wednesday from 2:00pm-3:00pm until October 27th. To register call our office at 416-236-1796 ext. 0 or click here to register for Music Appreciation.

zoom
September 30, 2021(2 events)

12:00 pm: Coffee Connections

12:00 pm: Coffee Connections


September 30, 2021

Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!

It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!

If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org

Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.

zoom

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


September 30, 2021

Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

zoom
October 1, 2021(1 event)

7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game

7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game


October 1, 2021

Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.

Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.

zoom
October 2, 2021
October 3, 2021
October 4, 2021
October 5, 2021(2 events)

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group


October 5, 2021

The BALANCE Sharing Space Support Group is year-round professionally facilitated group counselling for adults who are blind or living with sight loss. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, this group address' life challenges specifically for blind people, whether big or small, in a safe and supportive group experience (currently offered virtually through Zoom). Our Sharing Space Support Group is facilitated by a registered Social Worker with lived experience.

This is open only to BALANCE clients. You need a service agreement in place in order to participate. If you don't have one, please call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0 or email info@balancefba.org to get more information.

zoom

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


October 5, 2021

Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

zoom
October 6, 2021(1 event)

2:00 pm: Music Appreciation: The Evolution of Recorded Music

2:00 pm: Music Appreciation: The Evolution of Recorded Music


October 6, 2021

This music-discussion group will explore “The Evolution of Recorded Music”, examining how music has been recorded through the decades. Using original multi-track recordings, instructor Dan Minchom will break down and discuss the ever-evolving techniques, tricks and technologies that allow music to sound the way it does today. We’ll also look at interesting stories of famous artists who broke the mould and set new standards for recorded music and discuss how their creativity changed audio forever. Pro Tip: Dan suggests the use of headphones for an optimal listening experience!

This group runs every Wednesday from 2:00pm-3:00pm until October 27th. To register call our office at 416-236-1796 ext. 0 or click here to register for Music Appreciation.

zoom
October 7, 2021(2 events)

12:00 pm: Coffee Connections

12:00 pm: Coffee Connections


October 7, 2021

Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!

It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!

If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org

Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.

zoom

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


October 7, 2021

Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

zoom
October 8, 2021(2 events)

2:30 pm: Beyond Siri- Getting to Know Your iPhone: The Calendar App

2:30 pm: Beyond Siri- Getting to Know Your iPhone: The Calendar App


October 8, 2021

Keeping organized, knowing where to be and what is coming up is important for anyone, and with vision loss, this can be especially challenging. Beyond Siri will focus on the Calendar app and how it can best be used to keep track of upcoming events (single appointments and meetings) that we encounter on a regular basis, even if we don’t realize it! If you are ready to take a major step towards taking charge of your life, join us from 2:30 – 4:00 for Beyond Siri, The Calendar App.

Click here to register

Beyond Siri runs every 2 weeks on Fridays from 2:30pm-4pm. This class is for both those who are new to iPhone as well as those looking to improve their knowledge and use of the device. The purpose of these sessions is to provide a setting in which uncertainty regarding the use of or changes to specific apps can be discussed in greater detail.

zoom

7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game

7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game


October 8, 2021

Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.

Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.

zoom
October 9, 2021
October 10, 2021
October 11, 2021
October 12, 2021(2 events)

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group


October 12, 2021

The BALANCE Sharing Space Support Group is year-round professionally facilitated group counselling for adults who are blind or living with sight loss. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, this group address' life challenges specifically for blind people, whether big or small, in a safe and supportive group experience (currently offered virtually through Zoom). Our Sharing Space Support Group is facilitated by a registered Social Worker with lived experience.

This is open only to BALANCE clients. You need a service agreement in place in order to participate. If you don't have one, please call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0 or email info@balancefba.org to get more information.

zoom

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


October 12, 2021

Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

zoom
October 13, 2021(1 event)

2:00 pm: Music Appreciation: The Evolution of Recorded Music

2:00 pm: Music Appreciation: The Evolution of Recorded Music


October 13, 2021

This music-discussion group will explore “The Evolution of Recorded Music”, examining how music has been recorded through the decades. Using original multi-track recordings, instructor Dan Minchom will break down and discuss the ever-evolving techniques, tricks and technologies that allow music to sound the way it does today. We’ll also look at interesting stories of famous artists who broke the mould and set new standards for recorded music and discuss how their creativity changed audio forever. Pro Tip: Dan suggests the use of headphones for an optimal listening experience!

This group runs every Wednesday from 2:00pm-3:00pm until October 27th. To register call our office at 416-236-1796 ext. 0 or click here to register for Music Appreciation.

zoom
October 14, 2021(2 events)

12:00 pm: Coffee Connections

12:00 pm: Coffee Connections


October 14, 2021

Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!

It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!

If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org

Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.

zoom

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

3:00 pm: Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


October 14, 2021

Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

zoom
October 15, 2021(1 event)

7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game

7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game


October 15, 2021

Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.

Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.

zoom
October 16, 2021
October 17, 2021
October 18, 2021
October 19, 2021(1 event)

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group


October 19, 2021

The BALANCE Sharing Space Support Group is year-round professionally facilitated group counselling for adults who are blind or living with sight loss. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, this group address' life challenges specifically for blind people, whether big or small, in a safe and supportive group experience (currently offered virtually through Zoom). Our Sharing Space Support Group is facilitated by a registered Social Worker with lived experience.

This is open only to BALANCE clients. You need a service agreement in place in order to participate. If you don't have one, please call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0 or email info@balancefba.org to get more information.

zoom
October 20, 2021(1 event)

2:00 pm: Music Appreciation: The Evolution of Recorded Music

2:00 pm: Music Appreciation: The Evolution of Recorded Music


October 20, 2021

This music-discussion group will explore “The Evolution of Recorded Music”, examining how music has been recorded through the decades. Using original multi-track recordings, instructor Dan Minchom will break down and discuss the ever-evolving techniques, tricks and technologies that allow music to sound the way it does today. We’ll also look at interesting stories of famous artists who broke the mould and set new standards for recorded music and discuss how their creativity changed audio forever. Pro Tip: Dan suggests the use of headphones for an optimal listening experience!

This group runs every Wednesday from 2:00pm-3:00pm until October 27th. To register call our office at 416-236-1796 ext. 0 or click here to register for Music Appreciation.

zoom
October 21, 2021(1 event)

12:00 pm: Coffee Connections

12:00 pm: Coffee Connections


October 21, 2021

Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!

It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!

If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org

Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.

zoom
October 22, 2021(1 event)

7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game

7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game


October 22, 2021

Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.

Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.

zoom
October 23, 2021
October 24, 2021
October 25, 2021
October 26, 2021(1 event)

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group


October 26, 2021

The BALANCE Sharing Space Support Group is year-round professionally facilitated group counselling for adults who are blind or living with sight loss. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, this group address' life challenges specifically for blind people, whether big or small, in a safe and supportive group experience (currently offered virtually through Zoom). Our Sharing Space Support Group is facilitated by a registered Social Worker with lived experience.

This is open only to BALANCE clients. You need a service agreement in place in order to participate. If you don't have one, please call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0 or email info@balancefba.org to get more information.

zoom
October 27, 2021(1 event)

2:00 pm: Music Appreciation: The Evolution of Recorded Music

2:00 pm: Music Appreciation: The Evolution of Recorded Music


October 27, 2021

This music-discussion group will explore “The Evolution of Recorded Music”, examining how music has been recorded through the decades. Using original multi-track recordings, instructor Dan Minchom will break down and discuss the ever-evolving techniques, tricks and technologies that allow music to sound the way it does today. We’ll also look at interesting stories of famous artists who broke the mould and set new standards for recorded music and discuss how their creativity changed audio forever. Pro Tip: Dan suggests the use of headphones for an optimal listening experience!

This group runs every Wednesday from 2:00pm-3:00pm until October 27th. To register call our office at 416-236-1796 ext. 0 or click here to register for Music Appreciation.

zoom
October 28, 2021(1 event)

12:00 pm: Coffee Connections

12:00 pm: Coffee Connections


October 28, 2021

Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!

It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!

If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org

Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.

zoom
October 29, 2021(1 event)

7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game

7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game


October 29, 2021

Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.

Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.

zoom
October 30, 2021
October 31, 2021

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