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Longtime Clowns' Legacy Lives On Through The Arc's Clown Troupe
On December 5, 2014, longtime clowns in their nineties, Mildred "Bubble B" Hammond and her husband Forrest "Mr. B." Hammond, donated all of their clown items to the Clownin' Around Troupe at our center in Dundalk. Members of the Free State Clown Alley #30 presented the items in their honor and conveyed a special message from the clown couple. The message was that the spirit of two human beings, who dedicated much of their lives to creating joy and happiness for all walks of life, lives within the spirit being shared. Go forth and spread joy!
Patty Cake from Free State Clown Alley #30 with
Clownin' Around member
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Wings For Autism Soars!
To alleviate the stress individuals with autism spectrum disorders often experience when traveling by air, The Arc Baltimore and other chapters of The Arc throughout Maryland partnered with BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, Southwest Airlines, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and AIRMALL and held Wings for AutismŽ on Saturday, December 6, 2014.
Over 50 families and volunteers from across Maryland participated in the event. Wings for AutismŽ offers individuals with autism or other intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families a chance to practice entering the airport, obtaining boarding passes, going through security, and boarding a plane. Wings for AutismŽ also gives airport, airline, TSA professionals, and other personnel the opportunity to observe, interact, and deliver their services in a structured, learning environment. Read the article in the Baltimore Sun. Click here to see pictures from the event.
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Giving Back
 A big thanks goes out to members from Zion United Church of Christ in Perry Hall, who hosted a special event for individuals with disabilities and staff from The Arc Baltimore on December 7th. After the event, the congregation cooked dinner, handed out gifts and sang carols. All had a wonderful time. |
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Couples Needed for Double Dates
The Arc Baltimore is looking for volunteers to become "buddies" for the people we support. This is especially true for some of our couples that need assistance to go out on a date. If you and your special someone would like to double date a couple from The Arc, please contact Debbie Staigerwald, 410-296-2272, ext. 5216.
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Save The Date
The Arc Baltimore and Towson University's Hussman Center for Adults with Autism will host their 3rd annual Sprout Film Festival that showcases entertaining and memorable films featuring and created by people with developmental disabilities. All ages are welcome to take part in a screening of shorts, music videos and documentaries.
Date: Saturday, February 14, 2015
Time: 2 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: West Commons, Towson University
Tickets: $5
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Give A Gift Of Membership
This holiday season, give a gift of membership with The Arc Baltimore to a loved one. Cross them off of your gift list and help The Arc. Please donate now. Thank you!
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Save The Date - DD Day At The Legislature
Please join us as citizens with developmental disabilities, families, providers and advocates convene in Annapolis to meet with Legislators about critical disability issues at Developmental Disabilities Day in Annapolis.
Thursday, February 19, 2015
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Lowes Annapolis Hotel
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Klunkers Wanted
Got a klunker or a car that may be worth more as a donation than a trade-in? Donate it to The Arc Baltimore.
We accept any vehicle regardless of age or condition! Donate your used car, van, truck, boat with a trailer, or recreational vehicle to The Arc Baltimore, seven days a week, 24 hours a day. The proceeds from the sale of our donated vehicles help to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. It's as easy as filling out our online auto donation form.
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Spring Internships
Now is the time to start thinking about a spring internship with The Arc Baltimore! We have internships in all different majors. Give us a call and we will help build an internship experience for you! Contact
Debbie Staigerwald
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We Want 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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E-newsletters
The Arc Baltimore has three monthly e-newsletters (Family & Children, General and Volunteer) as well as an as-needed Public Policy alert.
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Are You a Member?
Join The Arc Baltimore and be a contributing member who supports advocacy and service to people with disabilities and their families. Please donate now. Thank you!
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