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    <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:29:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Kindergarten (Monday, July 13, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Halloween%20(35).JPG" alt="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" title="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Kindergarten&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;3-5&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 13 - Friday July 17&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Kindergarten helps children build the skills they need to feel confident and successful in a classroom setting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through structured, classroom-like activities, children practice following instructions, asking for help, sharing with peers, and participating in group routines.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With guided practice and support, this group helps children become more independent, comfortable, and ready for the expectations of a school environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686185</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Kindergarten (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Halloween%20(35).JPG" alt="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" title="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Kindergarten&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;3-5&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 13 - Friday July 17&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Kindergarten helps children build the skills they need to feel confident and successful in a classroom setting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through structured, classroom-like activities, children practice following instructions, asking for help, sharing with peers, and participating in group routines.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With guided practice and support, this group helps children become more independent, comfortable, and ready for the expectations of a school environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686185</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Kindergarten (Wednesday, July 15, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Halloween%20(35).JPG" alt="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" title="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Kindergarten&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;3-5&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 13 - Friday July 17&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Kindergarten helps children build the skills they need to feel confident and successful in a classroom setting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through structured, classroom-like activities, children practice following instructions, asking for help, sharing with peers, and participating in group routines.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With guided practice and support, this group helps children become more independent, comfortable, and ready for the expectations of a school environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686185</link>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Kindergarten (Thursday, July 16, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Halloween%20(35).JPG" alt="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" title="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Kindergarten&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;3-5&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 13 - Friday July 17&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Kindergarten helps children build the skills they need to feel confident and successful in a classroom setting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through structured, classroom-like activities, children practice following instructions, asking for help, sharing with peers, and participating in group routines.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With guided practice and support, this group helps children become more independent, comfortable, and ready for the expectations of a school environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686185</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Kindergarten (Friday, July 17, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Halloween%20(35).JPG" alt="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" title="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Kindergarten&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;3-5&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 13 - Friday July 17&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Kindergarten helps children build the skills they need to feel confident and successful in a classroom setting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through structured, classroom-like activities, children practice following instructions, asking for help, sharing with peers, and participating in group routines.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With guided practice and support, this group helps children become more independent, comfortable, and ready for the expectations of a school environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686185</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Kindergarten (Monday, July 27, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Halloween%20(35).JPG" alt="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" title="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Kindergarten&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;3-5&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Kindergarten helps children build the skills they need to feel confident and successful in a classroom setting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through structured, classroom-like activities, children practice following instructions, asking for help, sharing with peers, and participating in group routines.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With guided practice and support, this group helps children become more independent, comfortable, and ready for the expectations of a school environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686194</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Animal Adventurers (Monday, July 27, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Animal%20Adventurers%20-%20pexels-liliana-drew-8501420.jpg" alt="Children playing in animal costumes. Photo by Liliana Drew. https://www.pexels.com/photo/children-wearing-costume-8501420/ " title="Children playing in animal costumes. Photo by Liliana Drew. https://www.pexels.com/photo/children-wearing-costume-8501420/ " border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Animal Adventurers&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;4&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-6&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Animal Adventurers is a fun, play-based group where young children build early social and communication skills through imaginative, animal-themed activities.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Using games, movement, and pretend play, children practice important skills like requesting, waiting, following directions, and playing alongside peers.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With modeling, support, and predictable routines, this group helps children stay engaged, connect with others, and feel successful while learning through play.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686198</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686198</guid>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Nature Detectives (Monday, July 27, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Nature%20Detectives%20-%20pexels-cottonbro-9290018.jpg" alt="Children out in nature exploring. Photo by cottonbro studio. https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-group-of-kids-scouting-9290018/ " title="Children out in nature exploring. Photo by cottonbro studio. https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-group-of-kids-scouting-9290018/ " border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Nature Detective&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;7&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-9&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Nature Detectives is a hands-on exploration group where children build early social skills by discovering and interacting with the world around them.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through activities like collecting, sorting, and investigating natural materials, children learn to notice what others are focused on and share those moments together. This group places a strong focus on joint attention, sharing materials, staying with a group, and handling small changes or surprises during play.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With gentle guidance and simple routines, children practice being part of a group while exploring in a way that feels natural and engaging.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686253</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to High School (Monday, July 27, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Sexuality%20and%20Relationships.jpg" alt="group of teens sitting in a circle working on homework" title="group of teens sitting in a circle working on homework" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to High School&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for teens &lt;strong&gt;13&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-14&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
1:00pm - 4:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Niagara College, Daniel J. Patterson Campus&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Is your teen heading to Grade 9 in September? This in-person group will help your teen feel prepared and confident for the exciting – and sometimes overwhelming – transition to high school.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Learn how to use a combination lock and master organization skills. Learn how to manage schedules, assignments, take notes, and organize lockers and backpacks like a pro!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Navigate their new environment by discovering tips for finding their locker, moving between classes, and getting involved. Build social skills by practicing making new friends, joining clubs, and handling social situations with confidence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Develop positive behaviours by understanding what’s expected at high school and learn strategies to succeed.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686276</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Adulthood (Monday, July 27, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Money%20Management%20and%20Problem%20Solving.jpg" alt="Teen reviewing financial documents and papers" title="Teen reviewing financial documents and papers" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Adulthood&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for teens &lt;strong&gt;14&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-17&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
1:00pm - 4:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Niagara College, Daniel J. Patterson Campus&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Adulthood helps teens build the everyday skills they need as they move toward more independence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through guided practice and real-life scenarios, teens learn skills like managing routines, handling money, navigating the community, and speaking up for their needs.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This group focuses on building confidence step-by-step, helping teens understand their strengths, practice important life skills, and prepare for the responsibilities of adult life in a supportive, structured environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686289</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Kindergarten (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Halloween%20(35).JPG" alt="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" title="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Kindergarten&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;3-5&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Kindergarten helps children build the skills they need to feel confident and successful in a classroom setting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through structured, classroom-like activities, children practice following instructions, asking for help, sharing with peers, and participating in group routines.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With guided practice and support, this group helps children become more independent, comfortable, and ready for the expectations of a school environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686194</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686194</guid>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Animal Adventurers (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Animal%20Adventurers%20-%20pexels-liliana-drew-8501420.jpg" alt="Children playing in animal costumes. Photo by Liliana Drew. https://www.pexels.com/photo/children-wearing-costume-8501420/ " title="Children playing in animal costumes. Photo by Liliana Drew. https://www.pexels.com/photo/children-wearing-costume-8501420/ " border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Animal Adventurers&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;4&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-6&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Animal Adventurers is a fun, play-based group where young children build early social and communication skills through imaginative, animal-themed activities.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Using games, movement, and pretend play, children practice important skills like requesting, waiting, following directions, and playing alongside peers.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With modeling, support, and predictable routines, this group helps children stay engaged, connect with others, and feel successful while learning through play.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686198</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Nature Detectives (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Nature%20Detectives%20-%20pexels-cottonbro-9290018.jpg" alt="Children out in nature exploring. Photo by cottonbro studio. https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-group-of-kids-scouting-9290018/ " title="Children out in nature exploring. Photo by cottonbro studio. https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-group-of-kids-scouting-9290018/ " border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Nature Detective&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;7&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-9&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Nature Detectives is a hands-on exploration group where children build early social skills by discovering and interacting with the world around them.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through activities like collecting, sorting, and investigating natural materials, children learn to notice what others are focused on and share those moments together. This group places a strong focus on joint attention, sharing materials, staying with a group, and handling small changes or surprises during play.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With gentle guidance and simple routines, children practice being part of a group while exploring in a way that feels natural and engaging.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686253</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to High School (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Sexuality%20and%20Relationships.jpg" alt="group of teens sitting in a circle working on homework" title="group of teens sitting in a circle working on homework" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to High School&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for teens &lt;strong&gt;13&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-14&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
1:00pm - 4:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Niagara College, Daniel J. Patterson Campus&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Is your teen heading to Grade 9 in September? This in-person group will help your teen feel prepared and confident for the exciting – and sometimes overwhelming – transition to high school.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Learn how to use a combination lock and master organization skills. Learn how to manage schedules, assignments, take notes, and organize lockers and backpacks like a pro!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Navigate their new environment by discovering tips for finding their locker, moving between classes, and getting involved. Build social skills by practicing making new friends, joining clubs, and handling social situations with confidence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Develop positive behaviours by understanding what’s expected at high school and learn strategies to succeed.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686276</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686276</guid>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Adulthood (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Money%20Management%20and%20Problem%20Solving.jpg" alt="Teen reviewing financial documents and papers" title="Teen reviewing financial documents and papers" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Adulthood&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for teens &lt;strong&gt;14&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-17&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
1:00pm - 4:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Niagara College, Daniel J. Patterson Campus&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Adulthood helps teens build the everyday skills they need as they move toward more independence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through guided practice and real-life scenarios, teens learn skills like managing routines, handling money, navigating the community, and speaking up for their needs.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This group focuses on building confidence step-by-step, helping teens understand their strengths, practice important life skills, and prepare for the responsibilities of adult life in a supportive, structured environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686289</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686289</guid>
      <dc:creator />
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      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Kindergarten (Wednesday, July 29, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Halloween%20(35).JPG" alt="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" title="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Kindergarten&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;3-5&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Kindergarten helps children build the skills they need to feel confident and successful in a classroom setting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through structured, classroom-like activities, children practice following instructions, asking for help, sharing with peers, and participating in group routines.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With guided practice and support, this group helps children become more independent, comfortable, and ready for the expectations of a school environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686194</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686194</guid>
      <dc:creator />
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      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Animal Adventurers (Wednesday, July 29, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Animal%20Adventurers%20-%20pexels-liliana-drew-8501420.jpg" alt="Children playing in animal costumes. Photo by Liliana Drew. https://www.pexels.com/photo/children-wearing-costume-8501420/ " title="Children playing in animal costumes. Photo by Liliana Drew. https://www.pexels.com/photo/children-wearing-costume-8501420/ " border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Animal Adventurers&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;4&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-6&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Animal Adventurers is a fun, play-based group where young children build early social and communication skills through imaginative, animal-themed activities.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Using games, movement, and pretend play, children practice important skills like requesting, waiting, following directions, and playing alongside peers.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With modeling, support, and predictable routines, this group helps children stay engaged, connect with others, and feel successful while learning through play.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686198</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686198</guid>
      <dc:creator />
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      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Nature Detectives (Wednesday, July 29, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Nature%20Detectives%20-%20pexels-cottonbro-9290018.jpg" alt="Children out in nature exploring. Photo by cottonbro studio. https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-group-of-kids-scouting-9290018/ " title="Children out in nature exploring. Photo by cottonbro studio. https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-group-of-kids-scouting-9290018/ " border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Nature Detective&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;7&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-9&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Nature Detectives is a hands-on exploration group where children build early social skills by discovering and interacting with the world around them.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through activities like collecting, sorting, and investigating natural materials, children learn to notice what others are focused on and share those moments together. This group places a strong focus on joint attention, sharing materials, staying with a group, and handling small changes or surprises during play.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With gentle guidance and simple routines, children practice being part of a group while exploring in a way that feels natural and engaging.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686253</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686253</guid>
      <dc:creator />
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    <item>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to High School (Wednesday, July 29, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Sexuality%20and%20Relationships.jpg" alt="group of teens sitting in a circle working on homework" title="group of teens sitting in a circle working on homework" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to High School&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for teens &lt;strong&gt;13&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-14&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
1:00pm - 4:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Niagara College, Daniel J. Patterson Campus&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Is your teen heading to Grade 9 in September? This in-person group will help your teen feel prepared and confident for the exciting – and sometimes overwhelming – transition to high school.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Learn how to use a combination lock and master organization skills. Learn how to manage schedules, assignments, take notes, and organize lockers and backpacks like a pro!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Navigate their new environment by discovering tips for finding their locker, moving between classes, and getting involved. Build social skills by practicing making new friends, joining clubs, and handling social situations with confidence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Develop positive behaviours by understanding what’s expected at high school and learn strategies to succeed.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686276</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686276</guid>
      <dc:creator />
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      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Adulthood (Wednesday, July 29, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Money%20Management%20and%20Problem%20Solving.jpg" alt="Teen reviewing financial documents and papers" title="Teen reviewing financial documents and papers" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Adulthood&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for teens &lt;strong&gt;14&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-17&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
1:00pm - 4:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Niagara College, Daniel J. Patterson Campus&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Adulthood helps teens build the everyday skills they need as they move toward more independence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through guided practice and real-life scenarios, teens learn skills like managing routines, handling money, navigating the community, and speaking up for their needs.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This group focuses on building confidence step-by-step, helping teens understand their strengths, practice important life skills, and prepare for the responsibilities of adult life in a supportive, structured environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686289</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686289</guid>
      <dc:creator />
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    <item>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Kindergarten (Thursday, July 30, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Halloween%20(35).JPG" alt="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" title="Little girl excited to learn new things in front of a wall of alphabet blocks" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Kindergarten&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;3-5&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Kindergarten helps children build the skills they need to feel confident and successful in a classroom setting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through structured, classroom-like activities, children practice following instructions, asking for help, sharing with peers, and participating in group routines.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With guided practice and support, this group helps children become more independent, comfortable, and ready for the expectations of a school environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686194</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686194</guid>
      <dc:creator />
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    <item>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Animal Adventurers (Thursday, July 30, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Animal%20Adventurers%20-%20pexels-liliana-drew-8501420.jpg" alt="Children playing in animal costumes. Photo by Liliana Drew. https://www.pexels.com/photo/children-wearing-costume-8501420/ " title="Children playing in animal costumes. Photo by Liliana Drew. https://www.pexels.com/photo/children-wearing-costume-8501420/ " border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Animal Adventurers&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;4&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-6&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Animal Adventurers is a fun, play-based group where young children build early social and communication skills through imaginative, animal-themed activities.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Using games, movement, and pretend play, children practice important skills like requesting, waiting, following directions, and playing alongside peers.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With modeling, support, and predictable routines, this group helps children stay engaged, connect with others, and feel successful while learning through play.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686198</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686198</guid>
      <dc:creator />
    </item>
    <item>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Nature Detectives (Thursday, July 30, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Nature%20Detectives%20-%20pexels-cottonbro-9290018.jpg" alt="Children out in nature exploring. Photo by cottonbro studio. https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-group-of-kids-scouting-9290018/ " title="Children out in nature exploring. Photo by cottonbro studio. https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-group-of-kids-scouting-9290018/ " border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Nature Detective&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;7&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-9&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Nature Detectives is a hands-on exploration group where children build early social skills by discovering and interacting with the world around them.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through activities like collecting, sorting, and investigating natural materials, children learn to notice what others are focused on and share those moments together. This group places a strong focus on joint attention, sharing materials, staying with a group, and handling small changes or surprises during play.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With gentle guidance and simple routines, children practice being part of a group while exploring in a way that feels natural and engaging.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686253</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686253</guid>
      <dc:creator />
    </item>
    <item>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to High School (Thursday, July 30, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Sexuality%20and%20Relationships.jpg" alt="group of teens sitting in a circle working on homework" title="group of teens sitting in a circle working on homework" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to High School&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for teens &lt;strong&gt;13&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-14&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
1:00pm - 4:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Niagara College, Daniel J. Patterson Campus&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Is your teen heading to Grade 9 in September? This in-person group will help your teen feel prepared and confident for the exciting – and sometimes overwhelming – transition to high school.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Learn how to use a combination lock and master organization skills. Learn how to manage schedules, assignments, take notes, and organize lockers and backpacks like a pro!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Navigate their new environment by discovering tips for finding their locker, moving between classes, and getting involved. Build social skills by practicing making new friends, joining clubs, and handling social situations with confidence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Develop positive behaviours by understanding what’s expected at high school and learn strategies to succeed.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686276</link>
      <guid>https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/event-6686276</guid>
      <dc:creator />
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    <item>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Adulthood (Thursday, July 30, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;img src="https://portal.bethesdaservices.com/resources/Pictures/Money%20Management%20and%20Problem%20Solving.jpg" alt="Teen reviewing financial documents and papers" title="Teen reviewing financial documents and papers" border="0" width="567" height="378"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Adulthood&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for teens &lt;strong&gt;14&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-17&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
1:00pm - 4:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Niagara College, Daniel J. Patterson Campus&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Adulthood helps teens build the everyday skills they need as they move toward more independence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through guided practice and real-life scenarios, teens learn skills like managing routines, handling money, navigating the community, and speaking up for their needs.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This group focuses on building confidence step-by-step, helping teens understand their strengths, practice important life skills, and prepare for the responsibilities of adult life in a supportive, structured environment.&lt;/p&gt;

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      <title>Transition to Kindergarten (Friday, July 31, 2026)</title>
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&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Kindergarten&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;3-5&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Kindergarten helps children build the skills they need to feel confident and successful in a classroom setting.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through structured, classroom-like activities, children practice following instructions, asking for help, sharing with peers, and participating in group routines.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With guided practice and support, this group helps children become more independent, comfortable, and ready for the expectations of a school environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Animal Adventurers (Friday, July 31, 2026)</title>
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&lt;h2&gt;Animal Adventurers&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;4&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-6&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Animal Adventurers is a fun, play-based group where young children build early social and communication skills through imaginative, animal-themed activities.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Using games, movement, and pretend play, children practice important skills like requesting, waiting, following directions, and playing alongside peers.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With modeling, support, and predictable routines, this group helps children stay engaged, connect with others, and feel successful while learning through play.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Nature Detectives (Friday, July 31, 2026)</title>
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&lt;h2&gt;Nature Detective&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for children &lt;strong&gt;7&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-9&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
9:00am - 12:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Nature Detectives is a hands-on exploration group where children build early social skills by discovering and interacting with the world around them.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through activities like collecting, sorting, and investigating natural materials, children learn to notice what others are focused on and share those moments together. This group places a strong focus on joint attention, sharing materials, staying with a group, and handling small changes or surprises during play.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With gentle guidance and simple routines, children practice being part of a group while exploring in a way that feels natural and engaging.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to High School (Friday, July 31, 2026)</title>
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&lt;h2&gt;Transition to High School&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for teens &lt;strong&gt;13&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-14&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
1:00pm - 4:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Niagara College, Daniel J. Patterson Campus&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Is your teen heading to Grade 9 in September? This in-person group will help your teen feel prepared and confident for the exciting – and sometimes overwhelming – transition to high school.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Learn how to use a combination lock and master organization skills. Learn how to manage schedules, assignments, take notes, and organize lockers and backpacks like a pro!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Navigate their new environment by discovering tips for finding their locker, moving between classes, and getting involved. Build social skills by practicing making new friends, joining clubs, and handling social situations with confidence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Develop positive behaviours by understanding what’s expected at high school and learn strategies to succeed.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Transition to Adulthood (Friday, July 31, 2026)</title>
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&lt;h2&gt;Transition to Adulthood&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font color="#004B80"&gt;This is a&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;5-day, half-day&lt;/strong&gt; session for teens &lt;strong&gt;14&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;-17&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;years&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monday July 27 - Friday July 31&lt;br&gt;
1:00pm - 4:00pm&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
at Niagara College, Daniel J. Patterson Campus&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Transition to Adulthood helps teens build the everyday skills they need as they move toward more independence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through guided practice and real-life scenarios, teens learn skills like managing routines, handling money, navigating the community, and speaking up for their needs.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This group focuses on building confidence step-by-step, helping teens understand their strengths, practice important life skills, and prepare for the responsibilities of adult life in a supportive, structured environment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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