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Greetings!
In this issue you'll find useful information about ARC services including a calendar of upcoming program events. Plus photos and stories on recent ARC events.
Since 1953, The ARC of Butte County has provided services for special needs children and adults with developmental disabilities. In 2010, we serve over 900 families in Butte and Glenn County.
If you have any questions or suggestions we'd love to hear from you! Contact us at (530) 891.5865 or leahmckean@arcbutte.org |
Rainbow of Kids Club - Summer Fun & Safety
Every Saturday Rene and her staff take the Rainbow of Kids Club on an adventure.
July is no exception! From a Scavenger Hunt to the Old Tyme Rootbeer Shop to Barnes & Noble story time, the "Slice of Chico" and swimming at the Paradise Community Pool the kids will be enjoying some wonderful summer fun all month long.
We all enjoy fun summer activities but you have to be careful of the heat here in the valley. Here are 6 Summer Heat Safety Tips we all should follow.
1) Drink lots of water: 8 glasses a day
2) Dress lightly: Cotton is best
3) Rest in the shade: Avoid over exposure by taking a break
4) Wear a hat: Cover those little ones soft cheeks
5) Wear sunglasses: Avoid serious eye damage
6) Swim with a buddy: It's just smart
Have questions about the Rainbow of Kids Club? Please, contact Rene Tousant to learn how your child can join in the fun. |
E Waste Drop Off July 17th @ ARC Stores
 What are you suppose to do with that annoying old computer collecting dust in the garage or that funky VCR hiding in the back of the closet? You know they have toxic chemicals that should be disposed of properly or you risk polluting but exactly how do you dispose of it all? Well, you bring it to the ARC Store! Of course!!
Both ARC Stores in cooperation with WTP will be hosting an "E-Waste Drop Off" Day Sat, July 17th from 9am to 1pm.
"Basically, we'll accept anything with a plug." Assures Brenda Easter, ARC Store manager. "Bring all your obsolete electronics and we'll dispose of it all in accordance with State Regulations. We'll take your CRT's (TV's, monitors, laptops), all universal waste like radios, VCR's, keyboards and cell phones. Basically anything with a plug!"
- Chico ARC Store @ 2020 Park Avenue
- Oroville ARC Store @ 2745 Oro Dam Blvd
Clean out all that annoying junk! Support the Arc! Support the planet! All at the same time!!
WTP is a California Approved Collector / Recycler Permit #101162. They can be contacted at 1.888.889.0101. Funds raised by this event will stay local and benefit the ARC's Family Support Programs!
Have questions? Call one of the ARC Stores 343.3666 or 532.1272
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Adult Day Program Ribbon Winners!
Our Adult Day Program includes both center based and community experiences. As well as a vocational readiness and work experience program. Participants are engaged in a variety of constructive activities that aid in acquiring self help skills....like the bi-weekly art class run by local artist Alan Carrier.
Many of the Chico & Oroville ADP clients entered their art pieces in the Silver Dollar Fairs "Lode of Art" competition and many won ribbons!
Robert won a First Place Blue Ribbon for his art work and he wasn't the only one! Pictures of the winners have been posted on our Facebook Page. Check them out!
Have questions about our Chico & Oroville Adult Day Program? Please, contact Nelson in Chico and Ed in Oroville.
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Rainbow Of Kids Club & Older Kids Club
Something fun going on every Saturday @ 10-1pm
ROKC meets every Saturday
OKC meets 2nd & 4th Saturday
4th of July Scavenger Hunt & Old Tyme Rootbeer on the 3rd
Slice of Chico on the 10th
Paradise Pool on the 17th & again on the 31st
Barnes & Noble on the 24th
- Please, call Renee Tousant by the Wednesday Noon before event to secure your child's spot. (891.5865 ext # 119)
Family Support Every Tuesday @ 5:30pm
"Spanish Group" 1st & 3rd Tuesday
FOCUS 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, dinner provided
(You must sign up by Monday)
- Please, contact Patti for details (891.5865 ext # 107)
Chico - Adult Day Program - 891.5865
"Art Class with Alan" every Monday and Wednesday
Every Monday: Math, Spanish, Cooking, STRIVE and Walking Club
Every Tuesday: Grubb Garden Club,"Be Well" Exercise, Movies, Sewing, Drama, Reading
Every Wednesday: STRIVE Outing, Cinemark Movie
Every Thursday: "Be Well" Exercise,Yoga, Math, Sign Language Every Friday: Car Wash! 10am-Noon @ 2040 Park Ave. (Open to the public. Money raised goes towards Fun Friday activities.) Special "Fun Friday" Events TBA
- Contact Nelson Corwin for Chico events and classes
Oroville - Adult Day Program - 532.1272
Every Monday: Problem Solving, Crafts, "Be Well" Exercise, STRIVE
Every Tuesday: Grubb Garden Club, Spanish, Math, Cooking Every Wednesday: Problem Solving, History, "Be Well" Exercise Every Thursday: Smiles Sign Language, Movies, Crafts
FUN Friday Events:
Nacho Bar on the 2nd
One Mile Pool on the 16th (again on the 28th )
Feather Falls Casino on the 23rd
Special Field Trips:
Olive Pit in Corning on the 7th
Honey Run Covered Bridge on the 14th
Orland Farm Sanctuary on the 21st
- Please, contact Ed or Cindy on Oroville events First Aid & CPR Classes
First Aid on Tues the 20th @ 1:30pm
CPR on Thurs the 22nd @ 1:30pm
- Please, contact Tom details
"Hot Sale! Hot Dog!"
Sunday, July 18th, 11am-5pmBIG 30% Off Parking Lot Sale @ The Oroville ARC StoreFind a great bargain on everything in the parking lot and enjoy free hot dogs, too! 2745 Oro Dam Blvd., Oroville 532.1272
All numbers and email addresses below...
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Have questions?
Please, feel free to call us... (530) 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
Independent Living Skills/Parenting Coordinator Bonnie Bethel ext # 106 bonniebethel@arcbutte.org
Independent Living Skills Coordinator Ray Fennell ext # 108 rayfennell@arcbutte.org
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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2745 Oro Dam Blvd.
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Open 7 Days a Week
Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
Sun 11am-5pm
2020 Park Avenue
343.3666
2745 Oro Dam Blvd.
532.1272
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4 Easy Ways To Support The Arc
2) Mail a Check
Arc of Butte County
2030 Park Avenue
Chico, CA 95928
3) Donate A 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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Arc's
Trading Company
We have lots of new items up on our EBay Store! ~~~~~~~~~~
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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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The mission of the Arc of Butte County is to ensure the opportunity for children and adults 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 special needs children and adults with mental retardation and developmental disabilities and their families since 1953.
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2010 Board of Directors
President Ed
Caldwell Vice-President Elaine Pegg Treasurer Scott Laursen
Courtney Casey
"Members at Large"
Cheryl Benjamin
John Breedlove
George
Farrugia
Mary Williams
Jim Graydon
Steffen Nelson
Tim Vander Heiden
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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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