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Greetings!
We hope you enjoy this edition of the Arc's E-Connection Newsletter ... as usual it is full of important information on services and upcoming events plus some great pictures!
If you have any questions about our events and services or suggestions for newsletter content we'd love to hear from you!
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 RecTherapy clients & Instructors had a tasty time making tacos in the Arc's Park Tower Pavilion kitchen in their last cooking class.
Working together to learn new recipes plus cooking and social skills makes for a wonderful class experience.
The next RT Cooking Class is April 14th. Please, contact Colleen or Hollie for more info.
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The Arc Emporium Ribbon Cutting 4/17th 
All are invited to join the Arc in celebration of our new Oroville Facility "The Arc Emporium" at the Ribbon Cutting
Thursday April 17th,
5:30-7pm.
Located at 2745 Oro Dam Blvd, the 10,000 sq. ft. site houses Arc Programs for local developmentally disabled clients, a large thrift/antique store and the "ARCoffee Connection".
"There is a great need in the Oroville area for our services." explains Michael McGinnis, Arc Executive Director, "The new satellite office will offer a wide variety of services just as we have had in Chico for over 50 years. We are pleased that the new facility is finally a reality."
There will be food, wine and coffee from the "ARCoffee Connection" cafe. Come enjoy the celebration!
Proceeds from these retail endeavors stay local and help fund the Arc Programs.
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ADP clients and instructors dawned their best outfits
and danced the afternoon away at the Adult Day Programs
'Fun Friday' Dance in the Arc's Park Tower Pavilion.
A great time was had by all!
Please, contact Nelson for more information about upcoming
ADP events, classes, field trips etc.
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"We are happy to announce that one of our ILP families is expecting a new addition!" smiles Bonnie Bethel, ILP Coordinator.
Blooming mother is Suzette Serrano, proud father Joe
Gardner and handsome 2 year old brother Izic Serrano are waiting with open arms for the little girl Kyla due to enter this world in July. Suzette and Izic attend and participate at Arc's ILP monthly Baby Thyme.
Last year Joe and Suzette won an award for Positive Parenting at the annual Recognition dinner. We at ARC are very proud of them.
The next 'Baby Thyme' is April 30th @ 10am. Please, call Bonnie for more information.
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3rd Street Gallery 'Art & Wine' ~ 4/18th 
All are welcome to the Arc's 3rd Street Gallery's first monthly Wine Tasting April 18th @ 5-8pm. Come enjoy music, food, fine wine (of course) and unique art by local artists.
"This is a great chance for everyone to relax and enjoy some fine wine from a local vineyard," says Charlie Williams, 3rd Street Gallery manager, "We're very pleased that this month's featured vineyard is Indian Peak Vineyards."
Indian Peak Vineyards is a small family owned and operated winery in the little town of Manton California. Their goal is to produce the very best quality wine possible from our unique location. Their vineyards are at 2200ft elevation on the western slope of Mount Lassen Peak." - for more info visit www.indianpeakvineyards.net
The Arc's 3rd Street Gallery is full of beautiful antiques, vintage pieces, fine furniture & unique local art. Featured artists: Dave Smallhouse, Paul Crosby, Dean Carrier & Orene Owens. All proceeds from the 3rd Street Gallery stay local and benefit the Family Support Programs of The Arc of Butte County.
Located at 163 East 3rd Street in downtown Chico.
Please, call 892.2447 for more info
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Soc/Rec: Chico Bowling Club @ 4pm Every Wednesday
Soc/Rec: Oroville Bowling Club @ 4pm Every Friday
RT: Crafts Class with Colleen Monday 7th @ 4pm
RT: Cooking with Hollie Monday 14th @ 4pm
RT: Cooking with Colleen Monday 28th @ 4pm
ILP: "Dance Aerobics' Every Thursday @ 4pm
ILP: "Baby Time" Wednesday 30th @ 10am
Rainbow Of Kids Club & Older Kids Club
Something fun going on every Saturday @ 10-1pm
OKC: Chico Farmers Market 5th ROKC: Oroville Festival 5th
ROKC: Bowling & lunch 19th
ROKC: Fun & Chili Dogs, Park Tower Pavilion 26th
- Please, contact Elizabeth for details
Family Support: "Spanish Group" 1st & 3rd Tuesdays
@ 5:30pm - Please, contact Elizabeth for details
Family Support: "F.O.C.U.S. Group" 2nd & 4th Tuesdays
@ 5:30pm - Please, contact Elizabeth for details
Adult Day Program: Every week "Movie Tuesdays"
Adult Day Program: Every week "Fun Fridays"
First Aid Class Tuesday 22nd @ 1:30pm
Please, contact Tom for details
CPR Class Thursday 24th @ 1:30pm
Please, contact Tom for details
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Have questions about these events?
Please, feel free to contact us at 891.5865
Executive Director Michael McGinnis ext # 102
Socialization Recreation Coordinator Hollie Ingle ext # 110 hollieingle@arcbutte.org
Recreation Therapy Coordinator Colleen Nelson ext # 116 colleennelson@arcbutte.org
Independent Living Skills/Parenting Coordinator Bonnie Bethel ext # 106 bonniebethel@arcbutte.org
Independent Living Skills Coordinator Peter Bernson ext # 108 peterbernson@arcbutte.org
Family Support, Rainbow Of Kids Club & Older Kids Club Elizabeth Owen ext # 119 familyarc@yahoo.com
Respite Scheduler Sandy Crabtree ext # 101
Human Resources Gail Brown ext # 103
Office Manager Jennifer White ext # 113
Administrative Assistant Lynn Wagner ext # 206
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The mission of the Arc of Butte County is to ensure the opportunity for persons with developmental disabilities to choose and realize goals, which advance and enhance their quality of life.
The Arc of Butte County is a nonprofit charitable community organization providing services for individuals with mental retardation and developmental disabilities and their families since 1953.
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Sincerely,
Michael McGinnis
The Arc of Butte County |
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E-Newsletter Archive
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Daily Specials!
Monday 50% Off Men's Clothing
Tuesday
50% off for Seniors
Wednesday
50% off All Clothes
Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Open 7 Days a Week
2020 Park Ave., Chico
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ADP Client
Employee
of the Week ADP clients get a chance to learn valuable work and social skills by working in the Arc Thrift Store on Park Avenue in Chico.
Both Mari (above) and Harold (below) received the special "Employee of the Week" certificate during the month of March.
We are happy to honor their hard work and achievements!
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Please, visit our website to learn more about our programs, events and to donate.
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Did you know that the Arc has a lot of unique items for sell on EBay?
Well, we do!
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Arc 3rd Street Gallery
Art & Antiques
Art Glass
Fine Furniture
Antiques
Collectibles
Unique Art by Local Artists
163 East 3rd Street
Downtown Chico
Open
10:30-5:30pm
Tuesday-Saturday
892.2447
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Once a month you'll receive the Arc Newsletter full of info about upcoming events, services, classes, field trips and so much more!
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Everyone at The Arc wishes Hollie and her new hubby a happy life together.
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1) Send a Check
Arc of Butte County
2030 Park Avenue
Chico, CA 95928
3) Donate your Car
Do you have a vehicle taking up valuable space in your garage? Why not donate that car, boat, RV, trailer to The Arc. For more info, please, call Brenda or Shelley at (530) 343.3666
4) Planned Giving
There are many ways for a donor to make a Charitable Bequest to Arc.
If you are interested in making a legacy gift, please contact your personal financial planner or attorney. For basic info about leaving your legacy in Butte County, please contact the Arc's Executive Director Michael McGinnis at (530) 891-5865.
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This newsletter is paid for in part by a grant from the City of Chico. www.chico.ca.us
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