Thanks To Our Recent Donors
Applied Materials
Brad & Linda
Anderson
Brent & Jeanne
Ryan
Charles Wagner
Christi Marrufo
David Castaneda
David O'Malley
Dell Direct Giving
Program
Feliciana Govea
Guy Hohmann
IBM Retiree Charitable Campaign
Joe Stoeltje
Joseph & Williams
Management Inc.
Keith & Alice Maxie
Lauren French
Majid & Glenda
Shoghi
Martin & Marianne
Rochelle
Michael & Carrie
Tarrant
Nancy Whitworth
Photography
Perry & Jennifer
Minton
Serge & Kerry
Ugarte
Stubb's Austin
Restaurant
Company, LC
Tyler Byrd
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Morgan's Wonderland Opens
April 10
America's Ultra-Accessible Amusement Park Opens 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 designed to assist them in enjoying outdoor activities in a fun and safe environment.
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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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Download for a Dollar
Download the Toolbar, Earn The Arc a $1
 From now until 8am, Friday, April 9, GoodSearch will donate a $1 to The Arc of the Capital Area for every toolbar that is downloaded.
Our new toolbar is free to download and allows you to raise money for our cause every time you search or shop online! Once added to IE or Firefox, each time you shop at more than 1,300 stores, a percentage of your purchase will automatically be donated to The Arc - at no cost to you (and you may even save money as the toolbar provides coupons and deals as well). The toolbar also has a search box and each time you search the Internet, about a penny is donated to us too.
Please pass this along to all of your friends. The two minutes it takes to add this toolbar to your browser can make a lifetime of difference!
Click here to download the toolbar to start earning money for The Arc!
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C. Grayson Hoffman, LMSW
Juvenile Justice Advocat for The Arc
 In our efforts to advocate for social justice for Central Texans with developmental disabilities, Grayson has stepped up to the plate. Having formerly worked with Helping Hand Home for Children, Americorps and as a case manager at a half-way house for women, Grayson has the dedication and skill set for this crucial service we provide. She has a psychology degree from Texas State University and holds a Masters in Clinical Social Work from the University of Texas.
Grayson's first name is actually Catherine, but Grayson was her great grandmother's maiden name. It was to be her middle name whether she was a boy or a girl, so her parents have been calling her that since then.
Hobbies: Running, traveling, reading, bicycling, volunteering and cooking.
Last book you read: "Animal, Vegetable, Miracle" by Barbara Kingsolver
First car: Buick LeSabre: Myrtle Is Blue
Best advice you've received: Never give up.
Favorite place to eat: Mother's
Nicknames: Gray, Graybear, Graceface, Graytron, Graygray and Grace.
If you could be anywhere right now, where would you be? Big Bend National Park
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Celebrity Bartender: Linda Asaf
Ruth's Chris
Steakhouse Benefit for The Arc April 21, 5:30pm-7pm
 A fashion designer since 1992 from New York City, Linda Asaf has worked with the likes of Vera Wang, Bill Blass and Badgley Mischka, to name a few. Her designs have been sold at world-class retailers like Neiman Marcus, Nordstom and upscale boutiques nationwide.
Based in Austin, Linda believes strongly in contributing to the local economy and giving back to the community. She will host our third Ruth's Chris event. Please come out and support our cause.
She is also donating a design to this year's "Building Bridges" Art Celebration & Auction, Oct. 6. This will be a perfect intro into the "Spring Has Sprung" Fashion Show, April 29, at the Arc of the Arts Studio & Gallery. More details below.
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Seeking Corporate Volunteer Groups
Teambuilding With A Purpose
How about a day out of the office? Enjoy the weather and contribute to your community in a meaningful way? The Arc is looking for corporate volunteer groups to help facilitate our 2010 Arc Golf Classic, May 13 at Lion's Golf Course. Duties include set-up, registration, placing signage, and more. For details, contact Genessee Klemm at 512.476.7044.
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RunTex T-Shirts Rage of the Trail
Make Sure You Get Yours for The Cap 10K This Weekend
The Arc of the Capital Area artists created a three original RunTex "running boot" designs, which have been made into T-shirts for purchase.
Visit any of the local RunTex stores to purchase a specially designed T-shirt or contact Genessee
Klemm at 512.476.7044 to buy.
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Upcoming 2010 Events
Save the Date
"Celebrity Bartender" Happy Hour
Wednesday, April 21, 5:30-7pm
Ruth's Chris (6th & Congress)
Local fashionista, Linda Asaf, serves up 1/2 prize appetizers, $5 martinis and more. Tips earned for The Arc.
"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. Register now!
"Tiki Time"
End of Summer Bash
TBD
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, VIP "Artist Meet & Greet" 5:30pm
Hilton Downtown
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