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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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ADP's 3rd Annual Thrift Store Fashion Show!
This year's fashion show was an absolute blast!
Thank you to everyone in the Adult Day Program (instructors & clients) who worked so hard to make it a success! GREAT JOB!
Have questions about our ADP Program? Please, contact Nelson, Dodi or Sara for details.
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New Key Shop @ Arc Thrift Store
ADP client Robert Caddick's new "Key Shop" is open for business!
"I studied a long time to learn how to make keys." says Robert, "I'm excited about doing this."
"He's worked hard on this,"says Marion Jackson, ADP Instructor, "We all hope he'll do well."
You'll find Robert ready and eager to duplicate your keys at the Arc Thrift Store every Tuesday & Thursday.
Questions about the Robert's new business endeavor or the Adult Day Program? Please, contact Nelson Corwin
Questions about the Arc Thrift Store at 2020 Park Avenue? Please, call 343.3666
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This was the first year the Chico Outlaws played a benefit game for the Arc. A great time was had by all... and the Outlaws won! Go team!
Thank you to everyone who sold tickets, handed out flyers... and of course a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who bought tickets and came out to the game!
Hopefully, we'll get to do this again next year!
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New Face in Family Support
Hello, my name is Renee Tousant and am the new Family Support Coordinator.
 I maybe a rookie when it comes to this new position but my journey with the Arc of Butte County started ten years ago as an Instructor in the Socialization, CASS and Respite Programs.
In 2000, Chico State lured me away to pursue a teaching credential. After teaching and owing a business for four years I returned to the Arc's Recreation Therapy and ILS programs.
The Family Support Coordinator position offers many new exciting adventures and I am at the plate swinging!
The FS Program has two Spanish speaking support groups on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month plus a "FOCUS" group (Families of Children Under Stress) on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Arc provides dinner and childcare so the parents can meet to express concerns and opinions and gain valuable feedback from their peers.
Every Saturday, Arc also has the Rainbow of Kids Club. The ROKC exposes children ages 2-12 to fun community events and activities such as the Orland Farm Sanctuary, Harvest Faire, crafts, games etc.
I am jazzed about my new adventure with the Arc. I am eager to meet all the families who will be participating in the programs.
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A great time was had by all Instructors and clients
on the annual field trip to the Jelly Belly Factory!
Smiles and laughter were shared by all!
Upcoming trips...
Casa Ramos Outing Friday 5th @ 6pm
Chico Creek Nature Center Tuesday 30th @ 3pm
Interested in joining us? Please, contact Hollie or Colleen
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Rainbow Of Kids Club & Older Kids Club
Something fun going on every Saturday @ 10-1pm
Orland Sanctuary Farm on the 6th
Paradise Pool on the 13th
Lunch & Games at the Pavilion on the 20th
Chico Palio on the 25th
- Please, see Renee for details
Family Support
"Spanish Group" 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 5:30pm
"FOCUS Group" 2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ 5:30pm
- Please, see Renee for details
Soc/Rec Field Trips
Casa Ramos Outing Friday 5th @ 6pm
Chico Creek Nature Center Tuesday 30th @ 3pm
Please, see Hollie for details
Rec/Therapy Exercise Class
Mondays and Wednesdays @ 4pm
Please, see Colleen for details
Adult Day Program
Every Week! "Movie Tuesdays" & "Fun Fridays"
- Please, contact Nelson for details
ILP: "Baby Time"
- Please, see Bonnie for details
First Aid Class Tuesday 16th @ 1:30pm
CPR Class Thursday 18th @ 1:30pm
Please, see Tom for details
Cooking With ILS Ray! Thursday the 25th @ 3;30pm
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Arc's 13th Annual Dinner & Silent Auction
Saturday Nov 8th, 6-10pm,Tickets Only $40
At the Arc's Park Tower Pavilion, 2040 Park Ave., Chico
Questions? Call Leah 864.8202
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Have questions about these events?
Please, feel free to contact us at 891.5865
Executive Director Michael McGinnis ext # 102
Associate Director/ILS Patti Thomas ext # 107
Associate Director/Adult Day Program Nelson Corwin ext # 201 nelsoncorwin@arcbutte.org
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 Ray Fennell ext # 108 rayfennell@arcbutte.org
Family Support, Rainbow Of Kids Club & Older Kids Club Coordinator, Renee Tousant ext # 119 reneetousant.arcbutte@gmail.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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Sincerely,
Michael McGinnis
The Arc of Butte County |
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The Annie B's Community Drive
Click here...
Make your donation to the Arc before... Sept 30th.
If we reach our donation goal The NVCF will match you dollar for dollar!
Please, donate TODAY!
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Best Bargains In Town!
Open 7 Days a Week
2020 Park Ave., Chico
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E-Newsletter Archive
Did you miss last month's Newsletter?
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ARCoffee
Open 7 Days A Week
8am-2pm
Located inside the Arc Emporium @ 2745 Oro Dam Blvd. in Oroville
Stop on by and enjoy our gourmet coffee, fruit smoothies and fresh baked pastries!
Free WiFi! The ARCoffee "Loft" is an excellent meeting place for your group or club!
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ILS
Instructor of the Month
We are proud to honor...
Lynn Shelley
as this months ILS Instructor of the Month!
"Lynn always goes beyond the call of duty for her clients," says Ray Fennell, ILS Coordinator, "She is a true asset to the Independent Living Skills Program here at The Arc." |
We have lots of new items up on our EBay Store... vintage Barbie dolls, Harry Potter collectibles, Harley Davidson Riding Boots... and a lot more!
Why not check it out?
You never know, you might find a treasure!!
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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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Please, visit our website to learn more about our programs, events and to donate.
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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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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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This newsletter is paid for in part by a grant from the City of Chico. www.chico.ca.us
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