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Fun in the Sun at Bay Buddies
In August, 84 students with intellectual and developmental disabilities attended our Bay Buddies summer camp and enrichment program thanks to your generous contributions and the collaborative effort of The Arc Baltimore, Baltimore County and City schools, and our host Living Classrooms.
Campers sailed on the Lady Maryland, visited the Science Center and went swimming, horseback riding and bowling. Other popular activities were crafts, drum circles and hands-on activities involving living things from the Chesapeake Bay. See them in action by viewing the photo wall below.
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Art in the Round Tickets 
Tickets are now available for the 13th Annual Art in the Round! This year's event is going to be better than ever. We are introducing mobile bidding, a photo booth for souvenir pictures, a new delectable menu, speciality drink offerings and a new and exciting design of the event space inspired by this year's poster winner!
Don't miss out on this great event. Tickets will sell out.
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Direct Support Professionals' Month
 In September, The Arc acknowledges over 600 staff members who are direct support professionals. Day in and day out these staff have a mission of providing advocacy and high quality, life-changing supports to thousands of adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Your importance to The Arc and the many people we support does not go unnoticed. We thank you. |
The Arc Maryland Announces New Executive Director
 The Arc Maryland is delighted to announce the appointment of their new Executive Director, Cristine Boswell Marchand. Cristy has over 30 years of experience in disability rights and public policy at the state and local levels on behalf of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, with over 20 years managing The Arc Maryland until her move to New Mexico in 2011. Congratulations, Cristy, and welcome back!
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Get Your Questions Answered!
 You are invited to attend a Town Hall Meeting with Bernard Simons, the new director at the Developmental Disabilities Administration.
Monday, November 17, 2014
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Oakland Mills Meeting House
5885 Robert Oliver Place
Columbia, MD 21045
This is an opportunity to get up-to-date information and to share your ideas and opinions. Individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, service providers, advocates and interested parties are welcome.
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How The Arc Received Its Fourth CARF Accreditation
 Quality Ehancement Director, Aaron Atkinson, explains how The Arc received its fourth, three-year accreditation for the following services - Employment Supports; Job Development; Community Housing; Community Integration; Foster Family Services; Supported Living; and Governance. CARF International is an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services.
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Win a LG 65" 3DTV
- 4K Resolution
- Nano Full LED
- 4.1 ch sliding speaker
- Tru-Ultra HD
- 240 Hz refresh rate
Drawing will be held on November 7th at the Art in the Round. You do not need to be present to win. Tickets are $20 each. If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Seabolt at 410-296-2272 ext. 5210.
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Last Call for Artwork!
Adult and youth artists with developmental disabilities can now submit artwork for consideration in our 13th annual Art in the Round exhibit and silent auction. The deadline for art submissions for adults is September 22nd and children and youth is September 29th, and all submissions must include an artist packet.
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The Arc Baltimore Needs Your Business
The Arc Baltimore is looking for local businesses willing to hire (or develop an internship opportunity) for employees with developmental disabilities. Our employees are ready and willing to start their career with your business. Help us make that happen by contacting our Employment Services Division via email or 410-296-WORK. |
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Gubernational Candidates Forum on Disability Issues
Thursday, October 2, 2014
1:00 pm - 3:00pm
National Federation of the Blind
200 East Wells Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Discuss policy issues that affect the lives of people with disabilities and come hear candidates for Maryland's next Governor.
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Our 2013 Annual Report
Our 2013 Annual Report demonstrates The Arc's mission to be an integral part of the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, at all stages. We're proud to showcase three such stories of individuals and their families and their relationship with The Arc. We thank you for your continued support and dedication to our mission and hope that you enjoy getting to know some of the people we support.
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Enews Subscription
The Arc has three monthly enewsletters (Catalyst, Reaching Families, and Volunteers & Interns) and an Advocacy Network with as-needed alerts. Subscribe to one or all.
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