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What's going on at The Ralph Thornton Centre

The following Programs, Organizations and Groups call the Centre "HOME". 
Click on the name if you want to see detailed information.

• Computer Resource Centre
• Literacy East Toronto (LET)
• Queen-Saulter Public Library
   

• Homework Club
• Children and Youth Drop-in
• Community Strokes for Change
• Mentor Riverdale Children and Youth Program
• RAC Summer Fun  Day Camp
• South Riverdale Child Parent Drop In Centre
• Summer Employment Opportunities
  

• International Folk Dancing
• Joy of Writing
• Loraine Fleming Professional Dance School
• Wing Chun Kung Fu
   

• Citizens for a Safe Environment
• RCDI Riverdale Community Development Institute  RCDI Website
• RUAH
   

• Alcoholics Anonymous
• Narcotics Anonymous
  

Lewis Pearsall Computer Resource Centre

The Computer Resource Centre provides computer and internet access free of charge to individuals and community groups.

Computer Room Hours:
	Monday to Thursday:	9:30 am - 8:00 pm
	Friday:	9:30 am - 4:30 pm
	Saturday:	10:00 am - 5:00 pm

For info call (416)392-6810 or visit our website

One to one tutoring.  Volunteer learners and tutors.

Monday & Friday:             9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
                                            12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Tuesday & Thursday:     9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
                                            12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

or info call (416)392-6810  ext. 232 or see flyer

 Toronto Public Library - Queen Saulter Branch

Days                                           HOURS

Monday & Sunday              - CLOSED -          
Tuesday & Thursday     12:30 noon - 8:30 pm    
Wednesday & Friday     10:00 noon - 6:00 pm    
Saturday                              9:00 am - 5:00 pm           

For info call (416) 393-7723 or visit their website

 

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CHILDREN AND YOUTH PROGRAMS
 

Homework Club

Can’t find a quiet space to study? Need help with your English, Math, Science etc.? Want to develop good study habits? Then the Homework Club is for you!
•  Starting October 6th, every Monday to Thursday, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
•  For grade 1 to 12 students who can use help with study
•  Learning through fun, interaction and application

 

For info you can call  us  at: (416) 392-6810 ask to speak to
Ann-Marie Evans ann-mariee@ralphthornton.org
 

Children and Youth Drop-in

Want to meet new friends? Want to a place to hang and develop new skills?
Then drop by the Ralph Thornton Centre and tell us what you want to do.

•  For grade 1 to 12 students who are in our Mentor Program or Homework Club
    and anyone looking for fun stuff to do after school

•  Starting October, every Monday to Friday, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

•  Grades 1-8 drop in on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

•  Grades 9-12 drop in on Monday and Thursdays

•  Everyone joins in on the FUN on FRIDAYS

 

For info you can call  us  at: (416) 392-6810 and ask to speak to
Ann-Marie Evans ann-mariee@ralphthornton.org
 

Community Strokes for Change

A mural project for youth Love Art? Want to be an artist? Then spend your time painting This school year you can work with the Ralph Thornton Centre to create community murals. You will work with kids in the community to paint 5 murals about The Universal Declaration of Human Rights. If you want to gain some leadership skills and get your 40 hours of community service, this will be something for you! Starting October, every Thursday, till the End of March, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

 

For info you can call  us  at: (416) 392-6810 ext. 231 and ask to speak to
Suritah   suritahh@ralphthornton.org
 

Mentor Program

Designed to assist elementary school children from the immigrant Chinese community who need support in developing their English language skills, school work and cultural adaptation.

For info you can call  us  at: (416) 392-6810 ex 231 and ask to speak to Elsa Chan for grades 1 -6 elsac@ralphthornton.org or  Eliza Sum for grades 7 - 8 elizas@ralphthornton.org
 

An 8 week recreational program for children 3 -12, co-sponsored with Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre and WoodGreen Community Centre.  Half day program for 3-5 year olds, full day for 6-12 year olds. Activities include arts and crafts, computers, sports, games, trips, swimming lessons. Activities at  the three centres.

         Pre-Registration every May. For information call (416) 392-6810

 

South Riverdale Child Parent Drop In Centre

Drop-in for parents/caregivers and children up to 5 years of age.  Drop-in program hours; Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 9:00 am - 1:30 pm.  Workshops, outings, special events: Wed - previous sign up required.  Staff available for consultation: Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

For info call (416) 469-3776

Summer Employment Opportunities

As a counselor in our summer camp.

For info call (416) 392-6810

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ARTS AND RECREATION

Joy of Writing

Joy of Writing - Friendly supportive writer's workshop; activities include reading, writing and discussion.  Any one welcome. $1.00 donation to Centre requested each week.

Tuesdays:  7:00 - 9:00 pm, ongoing.

 

For info call Lucile Barker (416) 392-6810

 

International Folk Dancing

International Folk Dancing to the music of many countries. Meet new friends.  Donation includes membership to the Centre. Thursdays: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

For info call Al Gladstone (416) 466-5651

Loraine Fleming Professional Dance School

Highland, Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Baton, ages 3 & up

Saturdays:  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

For  info/cost call  Loraine (416) 461-0567

Wing Chun Kung Fu

Learn the traditional Master Technique that has a history of over 250 years. It is a scientific and practical form of martial art. Its techniques are enlightening and will bring equilibrium to body and mind.

For info call Chris Blake (905) 450-1967

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COMMUNITY GROUPS

Riverdale Community Development Institute (RCDI)

The Riverdale Community Development Institute recruits students who want a group placement from the following disciplines: urban geography/planning, community development/social work, business, and environmental studies. Each student works on an individual project in addition to a joint or common project in which all students share a role. Currently students' individual projects include supporting community development projects with low income families, researching sustainable land use for development in the Portlands, planning educational and special events, and assisting in community revitalization projects. In addition, students work together on a common project. In 2000-2001 students have been instrumental in supporting the Ralph Thornton Centre Save the Building Campaign.

For more information contact Joanne Fisher at (416) 392-6810 , visit the RCDI website www.rcdi.ca or e-mail enquiries to joannef@rcdi.ca.

RUAH  (Eco-Centred Faith Group)

RUAH is an eco-centred community of faith.
Rituals, retreats and other events at RUAH emphasize reflection, spiritual growth and our connection with the created universe.

Info: (416) 459-0912. www.ruahtoronto.org
SUNDAY Gatherings are at 10:30 a.m.

Citizens for a Safe Environment

A volunteer run, grassroots environmental organization located in Riverdale and focusing on waste management and reduction issues relevant to the area (e.g. the incineration of sewage sludge at Ashbridges Bay Main Sewage Treatment Plant).

Membership is available for only $1.00 – proceeds used to cover the costs of maintaining the office (e.g.  the phone).

Regular and open Board meetings  are the 3rd Wednesday of every month @ Ralph Thornton Centre (call for more details).

For information call  Karen Buck or Lisa Tolentino at (416) 462-3860

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SELF HELP GROUPS

Alcoholics Anonymous

Saturdays: 7:00 - 9:00 pm year round

For  info call (416) 487-5591visit  AA's website

Sundays: 7:00 - 9:00 pm year round  Celebrating ten years.

For info call (416) 691-9519 or visit NA's website