The Arc of Whatcom County

Parent Coalition E-alert:

July 2012   

In This Issue
iPAD WORKSHOP
PIZZA PARTY
AUTISM DAY
SMILES OF LIFE

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Greetings!  

 

Below is information on upcoming family workshops and activities in our area. If you have any questions, contact Monica (360) 715-0170, monicab@arcwhatcom.org.

 

Thank you, and we hope you have a wonderful week enjoying the beautiful sunshine! 

 

iPAD 101 WORKSHOP

Come learn the basics of the iPad!

 

6:30-8:30pm

Tuesday, August 7

 The Arc's Dan Godwin Community Center

2602 McLeod Road, Bellingham

 

This workshop is designed for people who are very new to the world of iPads and want to learn how  an individual with developmental disabilities could benefit from the educational and social features. "Should I buy one? What features does it include? Will it work for my family?" Note: there will be future workshops for the more advanced iPad users.

 

Please RSVP to Monica: 715-0170, ext 303, monicab@arcwhatcom.org. (If you have an iPad, please bring it with you.) 

THE ARC'S FAMILY PIZZA PARTY

The Arc is hosting a PIZZA PARTY and you are invited!

 
Wednesday, August 15
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Cornwall North Picnic Shelter
(right by the spray park)
 

Pizza and beverages will be provided by The Arc. If you are able, please bring a potluck dish to share. For more information, contact Makenna: (360)715-0170 ext. 205, makennap@arcwhatcom.org

AUTISM DAY WASHINGTON

  
*FREE admission, shirts, activities*
Saturday, August 11
11am-3pm
Jubilee Farm, Carnation, WA 
For more information, visit www.autismdaywa.com
or call (425) 802-7420.
WANTED: SMILES OF LIFE MODELS!

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The annual Smiles of Life Calendar is an amazing tool to promote understanding and respect of individuals with developmental disabilities. We would love for you to be a part of it! Not only do we feature your beautiful smile, we also include an inspiring profile all about YOU! 


Nominations are open to all persons with a developmental disability residing in Whatcom County. 

 

If you are interested or would like more information, contact Amy: amym@arcwhatcom.org, 360-715-0170, ext. 309.

 

AUTISM WORKSHOP CANCELLED
 
The August and September viewings of the Autism 200 series are cancelled due to Western Washington University's schedule.
 
For more information, please visit The Seattle Children's Autism Series webpage.  

Parent Coalition

 

 

 

The Parent Coalition of The Arc of Whatcom County provides information and education to individuals with developmental disabilities, their caregivers, families and the community by responding to requests for assistance. We provide 1:1 support and serve as a resource to increase understanding of the developmental disability service system and special education system.

For information and assistance, contact Monica, Parent Coalition Co-Coordinator at (360)715-0170, x303, monicab@arcwhatcom.org.

  

This E-Alert is made possible by funding from the Whatcom County Health Department, Developmental Disabilities Program and the United Way of Whatcom County.

www.arcwhatcom.org

360-715-0170

2602 McLeod Road

Bellingham, WA 98225

 

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