Thanks to Our Recent Supporters
Amegy Bank
Applied Materials
Brad & Linda
Anderson
Bratton Firm PC
Brian & Maureen
Benschoter
Charles Wagner
Christi Marrufo
City of Austin/
Cultural Division
Craig Swanson
David O'Malley
Evan & Margaret
Williams
Hilgers & Ugarte PC
IBM Employee
Charitable
Contribution
Campaign
Jenn Ohlson
Joe Stoeltje
John & Janette
Lewis
Judith Rebecca
LeBlanc
Kevin Warden
Loren & Rosanne
Roark
Marylin Rea Nasky
Michael & Robin
Priede
Ray Nation
Roxy Bartley
Safeway / Randall's
Sammie Joseph
Stephen Bowen
Steve Fenoglio
Susan Eason
The Quarters On
Campus
The Texas Cowboys
Victor Flores
Warren & Colleen
Struss
William & Sue
Hoffman
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Spring Cleaning? Don't forget about the Household Recycling Program
The Arc of Texas hosts a Household Recycling Program. You can donate gently used household items you no longer want or need. Since 1972, they have partnered with
Thrift Town (5700 Manchaca Road). The Arc of the Capital Area receives a portion of these proceeds.
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America's Ultra Accessible Amusement Park Opens April 10
Oasis for People with Disabilities Opening in San Antonio
Located in San Antonio, Morgan's Wonderland is a 25-acre park designed specifically for children and adults with special needs. This is an oasis for people with disabilities, their families and caregivers who need facilities specifically designed to assist them in enjoying outdoor activities in a fun and safe environment. Celebrate the Grand Opening April 10. |
Get In The Loop
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Silent Auction Chair: Cindy Spurck
Self-proclaimed "Foodie" is "Building Bridges" Silent Auction Chair
 Originally from San Angelo, Texas, Cindy Spurck moved to Austin in 1975. While she says there is no place she'd rather be than Austin, she loves a white sandy beach with a good book and icy coconut water.
Volunteering at The Arc is a family affair. Cindy is the
Silent Auction Chair for this year's "Buliding Bridges" Art Celebration
& Auction. Her husband Bob serves on the Arc Golf Classic committee, and their daughter previously interned at The Arc. They have four grown children, two grandchildren and a Black Lab named Dazur.
Favorite Austin Restaurants: Uchi (Shag Roll) and Manuel's (Chicken Enchiladas with Verde Sauce)
Favorite Hangout: Uno's at Davenport Market...killer green tea chai!
Last Read: "Shutter Island" by Dennis Lehane. Disturbing, but good. Soon to be released as a movie starring Leonardo DiCaprio.
Favorite TV Shows: "Lost" and anything on HGTV
Best Advice Received: From my grandmother MaAnn who lived to be 98, "Find joy, not to be confused with happiness, every day!"
Pet Peeve: Pessimistic people followed closely by narcisstic people
First thing you do in the morning: Make a huge cup of tea (not coffee!) and have a few quiet moments to myself... Priceless!
Drive or be a passenger: I prefer to drive!
Strongest Characteristic: ALWAYS handle adversity with strength, and ATTEMPT to also handle it with grace!
If you'd like to donate to our event, please contact Cindy!
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Community Collaborations Continue
The Arc Thanks Ruth's Chris & RunTex
 The Arc of the Capital Area wants to acknowledge local business partners Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and RunTex for our recent, successful community collaboration events. Jan. 20, JD Torian hosted the second "Celebrity Bartending" event at Ruth's Chris.
Jan.  28, RunTex invited local runners, and non-runners alike, to their Triangle location to preview and purchase original artwork and three specialty designed T-shirts; original art shown left. To order a T-shirt ($30), please contact Genessee Klemm or call 512.476.7044.
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Upcoming 2010 Events
Save the Date
"Come Fall In Love With The Arc" Open House
Thursday, Feb.
11, 6pm-8pm
Arc of the Arts Studio & Gallery
(6717 Burnet Road)
Guests can purchase one-of-a-kind
artistic gifts, handmade with love, for their someone special.
"Spring Has Sprung" Fashion Show
co-hosted with The Arc of Texas
Thursday, April 29, 6-9pm
Arc of the Arts
Studio & Gallery (6717 Burnet
Road)
Get your glam on and come see our models strut their stuff.
 Arc Golf Classic
Thursday, May 13, 8am & 1pm
Lion's Municipal Golf Course
(2901 Enfield Road)
We'll be adding a morning field to double the fun for this year's annual golf tournament. Teams will enjoy camaraderie, contests, prizes, food &
beverages. Stay tuned for the details for the "Kick-Off Par-Tee"!
Our Golf Tournament Planning Meeting is Thursday, Feb. 11, noon, at The Arc of the Capital Area (2818 San Gabriel). Please come if you are interested in participating on the committee. You can also get more information by contacting Alicia Parrish at 512.476.7044, ext. 217
"Tiki Time"
End of Summer Bash
Friday, Aug.
13, 5pm-8pm
Arc of the Arts
Studio & Gallery (6717 Burnet
Road)
You can't beat the heat if you miss The Arc's August party. Come cool off with friends and enjoy refreshments and end-of-summer shopping.
11th annual "Building
Bridges" Art Celebration & Auction
Wednesday, Oct. 6
Hilton Downtown
Our next Planning Meeting for the 2010 event will be Wednesday, Feb. 17, at noon at the Board Room at the office. Seeking event coordinators, party planners, graphic designers and those with public relations experience who love art, wine & good times. If you are interested in volunteering for our steering committee, please join us or contact Alicia Parrish at 512.476.7044 ext. 217
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Think Beyond The Label
Advocate for Employ-Ability
Think Beyond the Label makes the case for businesses to employ people with disabilities. It's a partnership of health and human service and employment agencies with federal grants to build a uniform national infrastructure that connects businesses to qualified candidates with disabilities. The goal is simple: Raise awareness that hiring people with disabilities makes good business sense.
Health & Disability Advocates (HDA), a national non-profit organization that promotes income security and improved health care access for children, people with disabilities, and low-income older adults, is spearheading the Think Beyond the Label campaign on behalf of more than 25 states and various national and regional organizations by serving as its fiscal agent. For more information about HDA or the collaborative, please email them. To see a copy of the commercial, click here.
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