~ Oak Tree Club ~

Family Caregivers of Children with Neurodiversity

Oak Tree Club

Oak Tree Club provides a safe and welcoming space for parents and caregivers to express and share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences of raising children with neurodiversity.

The meetings are facilitated by trained peer support volunteers.

Regular Meeting: The meeting is held on the second Thursday of each month from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Pacific Time).

To register, contact: Tonari Gumi Community Services

Email services@tonarigumi.ca    Tel 604-687-2172 ext. 301

From June 2026 to June 2027, with grant support from the Frank H. Hori Foundation, Oak Tree Club is hosting a variety of activities, including in-person gatherings and workshops.

🎃 UPCOMING EVENT!

Oak Tree Club Halloween Party

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026 (TBC)

Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Place: Vancouver Japanese Language School & Japanese Hall

487 Alexander Street, Vancouver (Corner of Jackson Ave. and Alexander St.)

Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 11, 2026, by 5:00 p.m.

Registration link: Register for the Halloween Party

Main Activities and Program

📚 Storytime

Enjoy a picture-book reading by Midoriko-san, a picture-book author

🎃 Mini Pumpkin Decorating

Children can decorate small pumpkins using stickers and other craft materials.

🍬 Trick-or-Treat (T.O.T.)

We will create four handmade “doors” using cardboard and other materials. Children can visit each of the four stations to collect treats.

✂️ Other Activities

• Halloween colouring sheets

• Origami

• Other simple crafts and activities