Teddy bears + friends in support of Nasom

Tuesday May 24, 2011

Teddy bears get a day out in the name of charity

THE Teddy Bear & Friends Day Out on June 12, organised by Suria KLCC, gives children the chance to have a day out with their parents and other children while playing a part to help children with autism.

“The event is an annual programme that provides an opportunity for the young ones to form new friendships, get physically and mentally active, spend quality time with their parents, and learn that they too can make a difference in the lives of other children,” Suria KLCC PR and communications manager Fartini Zaharuddin said.

“This year, children from the National Autistic Society of Malaysia (Nasom) will also be participating in indoor games.

“This will give them a chance to interact with other children and have some fun,” she added.
Out in the sun: Participants from last year’s event enjoying the great outdoors.

The event, which is themed “Adventure Land, Safari Jungle”, will kick off with a treasure hunt in KLCC Park where the children will be challenged physically and mentally.

“Participants will be required to carry their plush toys throughout the hunt.

“After completing the hunt, the children will proceed to the KL Convention Centre for activities such as sand art, face painting, a pumpkin patch colouring contest and a fridge magnet workshop,” said Fartini.

Parents who would like to sign up their children for the Teddy Bear & Friends Day Out programme can purchase tickets at Suria KLCC concierge counter on ground level.

Tickets are priced at RM35 and all proceeds will be channelled to Nasom.

Parents are welcome to join their children in the treasure hunt and indoor games at no charge.

Nasom is a non-profit organisation formed in 1986 by a group of parents and professionals with the aim of delivering life-long services to people suffering from autism.

The Teddy Bear and Friends Day Out is supported by retail partners including 1901, Crabtree & Evelyn, Dome, Faber Castell, Famous Amos, Juice Works, Kinokuniya Bookstores, La Cucur, Memory Lane, Nando’s, Poney, O’ Briens Irish Sandwich Café, Pumpkin Patch, Toys R’ Us and prominent pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline.

For details, visit www.suriaklcc.com.my or facebook.com/suriaklccmall or call the concierge counter at 03-2382 2828.