Celebrate DD Awareness In March
 
Elections matter. When you vote, you choose who represents the disability community in the government at all levels. Exercise your right to vote in this election year! You have the power to choose who decides the structure and funding of disability programs, like our lifelines-including Medicaid and Social Security. 

Make sure your voice is heard. Be #DDAware

Get informed and know your rights. Don't delay in registering to vote. The Maryland Primary Election is on Tuesday, April 26, 2016.


 
Annual Meeting & Awards Reception
 


Celebrating a tradition of volunteer and staff commitment each year, this event is a unique gathering of close friends and partners of The Arc Baltimore and serves as annual election of the new board of directors and officers.

Date & Time
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Location
Radisson Hotel North Baltimore
2004 Greenspring Drive
Timonium, MD 20193

Registration deadline is April 22, 2016. If you have question please contact Nina Georgopoulos at 410-296-2272 ext. 5210.

Click here to see the list of award winner for 2016.



Swing Into Action
 
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The Arc Baltimore 22nd Annual Golf Tournament
  
Date:
Tuesday, May 17, 2016 

Time:
7:00 AM - Registration
8:00 AM - Shotgun Start

Location:
2309 Ridge Rd
Windsor Mill, MD 21244

Click here for a list of Eagle and Birdie Sponsors. 

For information about golfing, donating to the auction or volunteering at the event, contact Lauren Seabolt, 410-296-2272 ext. 5220.    
Education Series: Trauma
 
Join us for the upcoming education series workshop on Trauma. Our very own, Karyn Harvey, PhD will be discussing the social, emotional and biological effects of trauma in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 
 
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
The Arc Baltimore -Seton
6151 Metro Drive
Baltimore, MD 21215
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 
 
Dinner will be provided.  To register, please contact Swanisha Hinton by Friday, March 18th at 410-296-2272 ext. 5306.  Click here for more information. Childcare is available. 
 
The Arc Maryland State Convention
 
At this year's convention, The Arc Maryland will feature the winning entries for their first video competition. Inspired by the theme of "Be Fearless," submit your own video showcasing how you are FEARLESS! All videos must be less than three minutes long and uploaded to YouTube with the hashtag, #ArcMDFearless. Videos do not need to be professional quality. 
 
Videos will become property of The Arc Maryland. Winning videos will be posted on our website and could be used to promote Arc programs and activities. Each video must feature at least one person with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities showing how they are fearless. Each video should include a short description of the content when posted, including names of those in the video, and an email for contacting the person submitting the video. All videos must be posted by 5 p.m. on April 15. If you have any questions, email info@thearcmd.org or call 410-571-9320.

The Arc Maryland State Convention
Friday, May 13, 2016
The Hotel at Arundel Preserve
7795 Arundel Mills Blvd
Hanover, MD 21076

Click here for the registration form. If you would like to attend, email or fax the form to Nina Georgopoulos at 443-279-3415.  Contact Nina at 410-296-2272 ext. 5210 with any questions.
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Not A Golfer? Consider A Donation
 


The 22nd Annual Golf Tournament is right around the corner and we're seeking in-kind donations for our silent auction that takes place during the tournament. Donations can be in the form of restaurant gift certificates, store gift cards, signed sports memorabilia, golf outings, game tickets, or other such items.  Donate an item or make a cash donation today. Contact Lauren Seabolt at 410-296-2272 ext. 5220 with any questions.
Assistive Technology Fair
 


An opportunity for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, families and professionals to talk with representatives from some of the big names in Assistive Technology.
 
Learn about devices and tools that can ease daily living challenges or aid communications and skill building.
  
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Seton Business Park
6151 Metro Drive
Baltimore, MD 21215
  
Click here to sponsor the AT Fair.
Click here to purchase an exhibitor table.

For questions regarding vendor registration, contact Daphni Steffin 410-296-2272 ext. 5206. 

For general inquiries, contact Mercedes Thompson at 410-296-2272 ext. 5318.  
Sprout Film Festival
 
The Arc Baltimore and Towson University will co-host their 4th 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.
 
Saturday, April 23, 2016
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
University Union at Towson University
located on Cross Campus Drive
 
Tickets $5 each & available at the door
Advance tickets, contact Lauren Seabolt at 410-296-2272 ext. 5220. 

Click here for drop off & union access information. 


Get Your Friends Involved
 


Social groups, church groups and co-workers often like to volunteer and serve in the community. The Arc Baltimore has many opportunities for you and your friends to come visit and spend a few hours or a day with the people The Arc supports. You can start exploring by visiting the volunteer page on our website or contacting Debbie Staigerwald, our director of volunteers and interns, at 410-296-2272 ext. 5216. We will help you design the perfect service project. 
Help From & For The Arc Baltimore
 
There may be more than you think that The Arc Baltimore offers you - Resources For You - and more ways that you can help, not just financially, but through your connections - Connections We Need. We want you to take advantage of all resources The Arc Baltimore has to offer beyond direct support programs and how you can help get the community involved.

 
We Want Your Business

 



The Arc Baltimore is looking for local businesses willing to hire (or develop an internship opportunity) 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 or call 410-296-WORK.