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Greetings!
We hope this holiday edition of the Arc's E- News finds you full of joy ... hopefully, the following information on services, upcoming events and the great pictures will bring a smile to your face and some holiday cheer to your heart!
If you have any questions or suggestions we'd love to hear from you! (530) 891.5865 or email leahmckean@arcbutte.org |
ADP "Client Close Up" ~ Tara Bautista
Tara is a happy, creative, out going person. Diagnosed deaf at the tender age of 19 months she now has no problem expressing herself. She enjoys helping others in the Adult Day Program to learn sign language.
She enjoys traveling with her family. They have been to Canada, Washington D.C. and recently China. She was amazed by all the sights and enjoys sharing pictures and stories. Her travels have inspired her to create some beautiful pieces of art.
Tara proudly shares a piece of her work with Nelson Corwin, ADP Coordinator.
Have questions about the Arc's Adult Day Program and all the fun events and classes they offer? Please, contact Nelson.
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FS "Older Kids Club" Welcomes Colin
The Family Support Program is happy to announce an exciting new program... The Older Kids Club!  Starting in January 2009 The O.K.C. will be offered to teenagers 13-16 years of age. Meeting the second and fourth Saturday of each month from 10am-1pm. Participants will enjoy games, art activities and field trips geared to their age group. Icing on the cake? These hours won't count against your allotted Respite hours.
Colin Peterson will be running the O.K.C show. Many of you already know Colin... he is the "Johnny Cash" of Arc often strumming a guitar or the "Michael Jordan" coaching children and the kid-at-heart Adult Day Program Instructor whose playful exuberance is a perfect match for the new O.K.C. program.
Questions about or Family Support Program or The Older Kids Club? Please contact Renee Tousant The O.K.C is on a first-call first-serve basis
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FS "Rainbow of Kids Club" Visits Petting Zoo
The Family Support "Rainbow of Kids Club" enjoyed a visit to the "Two by Two" Petting Zoo recently.
Everyone had a great time! FS clients & Instructors got to touch and learn about goats, chickens, rabbits, llamas and much more!
Many thanks to Tina for a wonderful tour!
Questions about the Family Support Program or the "Rainbow of Kids Club"? Please, contact Rene Tousant
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It's only $15 for an Individual, $25 a Family, $50 a Business or $100 a Patron. You will receive all benefits including mailings and voting privileges. Plus the satisfaction of making a difference in your community! Membership Categories belong to National, State and Local Arc.
We need your support. We are asking that you join us in our fifth decade of serving the developmentally disabled citizens of Butte, Glenn and Tehama Counties.
As an official Member of The Arc, you will join others on a journey that is measured not in miles, but in hope and dreams.
As an official Member of The Arc, you can help us realize our goals, visions and mission for another 50 years!
Call us at (530) 891.5865 for more info or to request a Membership packet. If you are ready to support the Arc right now, please, send your payment to us at: 2030 Park Avenue, Chico CA 95928 with a note explaining you want to be an Arc member today!
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Rainbow Of Kids Club & Older Kids Club
Something fun going on every Saturday @ 10-1pm
Butte College Child Dev Dept on the 6th
Holiday Fun at the Pavilion on the 13th
Chuck E. Cheese on the 20th
Tinseltown or Orchard Lanes on the 27th
- 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
December Events TBA
Please, see Hollie or Colleen for details
Rec/Therapy Exercise Class
Mondays and Wednesdays @ 4pm
Craft Class on the 23rd @ 2pm
Please, see Colleen for details
Adult Day Program
Every Week! "Movie Tuesdays" & "Fun Fridays"
Holiday Party TBA
- Please, contact Nelson for details
ILP: "Baby Thyme"
- Please, see Bonnie for details
ILS: "Cooking With Ray!"
Thursday the 18th @ 4pm in the Pavilion Kitchen
- Please, contact Ray for details
First Aid & CPR Classes
Please, see Tom for details
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Annual Holiday Gift Wrap Booth
Dec 13th-24th
Noon-7pm @ the Arc Thrift Store
2020 Park Ave., Chico
Bring your gifts in and we'll wrap them while you wait!
Saves you time and money!
Questions? Call store @ 343.3666
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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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Feeling the Holiday spirit?
Like to spread the cheer?
Why not volunteer at our Annual Gift Wrap Booth!
Dec 13-24th @ the Arc's Thrift Store
Contact Leah 891.5865 to sign up!
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Donate to the Arc and receive special offers & discounts from Chico Mall shops!
It's easy & you'll save money on your holiday shopping!
www.thegivingspree.com
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BEST IN CHICO
8 YEARS IN A ROW!!
Open 7 Days a Week
2020 Park Ave., Chico
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ARCoffee
Open Mon-Fri
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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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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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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Please, visit our website to learn more about our programs, events and to donate.
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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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