8th September


Hi There!
Welcome back to our BLOG. We're all feeling totally refreshed after our Summer break and ready to bring you all the news and information from Marquisway and beyond!


First of all, here are some important dates for your diaries.

Saturday 24th September: Some our Special Olympic athletes and other volunteers will be at the Stadium of Light for a fundraising event. This will be pre-match but we will confirm times for you so that you can call by to show your support. (Info from Wendy at Marquisway 433 6066)

 Monday 26th September:
Marquisway Disco. Starts at 6.30pm til 9.30pm. There'll be Hot Dogs and Burgers available to buy. There will also be a raffle. Entry costs £2.00.
(More info available Becca South 433 6066)

Friday 11th November Marquisway will be closed for Staff Training. We'll remind you nearer the time.










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Other News

Wheelchair Dance

 Rumour has it that there are secret plans afoot for our Wheelchair dancers to amaze us all with new, themed, dance routines later in the year. Rehearsals have begun but are 'behind closed doors' to keep it all hush hush! (We will let you know if we see or hear anything!) 

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Motor Activity Training Programme

   

A  new session has started at Marquisway on Tuesday afternoons. It is a 12 week programme for people with more complex needs who wouldn't qualify for Special Olympic training. This is proving very popular so you will need to ensure there is availability for you on the next programme. Please contact Angela Simpson 433 6066 for more information.

We'll get some photo's for you so that you can see what it entails.

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We have some information for you about a project called "Start to Smile". The project aims to increase sporting opportunities for individuals with a disability over the age of 14. They can deliver 8 week blocks in the following sports; Athletics, Boccia, Cricket, Table Cricket and multi sport activities. Each session costs £2.00.

More info available from Jenni 07710 891 741 or email jenni@smilethroughsport.com

www.smilethroughsport.com

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Makaton word of the week

Egg

1. Make a fist and hold in position as though you are holding an ice cream!

2.

2. With you other hand point you first 2 fingers and curl your other fingers and thumb into your palm.

3. Tap the 2 fingers onto your fist twice.

Thanks to Peter for the demonstration.

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That's it for this week. Don't forget if you have any news or information that you would like us to BLOG about for you please get in touch.

(Karen 433 6066 or karenhoskins@gateshead.gov.uk

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