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Spring 2015– April, May, June
Partners N Pals
Zoo Trip 2015
Summer Day Camp (Ages 7-21)
A local summer day camp for all kids with a primary focus on
kids with a disability. An opportunity for kids with and without
disabilities to interact and share their love of summer fun.
Swimming, movies, crafts, etc...
Who:
Ages 7 through 21
Where:
Tri-Cities Area
Time:
10:30 am– 2:30 pm
Cost:
Group Level $137 per week
** 3 Day Camp $95.00– group
One on One $295.00 per week
** 3 Day Camp $185.00
Why:
Opportunity to make friends, swim, play
games and develop independence skills
When:
The camp is offered weekly. You can attend
one week or all 8.5 weeks
Registration:
At The Arc of Tri-Cities or online at www.arcoftricities.com —
Bring registration form and fee of $45.00 to The Arc’s front
desk during regular business hours, 8:00am-12:00pm
1:00-4:30pm or mail to The Arc of Tri-Cities, 1455 Fowler,
Richland, WA 99352
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Meeting Night
Monday, April 27th 6-7:00pm
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Fill our registration packet
Bring a copy of ID and Insurance
Meet Chaperones
Dates of Zoo Trip
Wednesday May, 20th 2015
Thursday May 21st, 2015
Cost $290.00
Pays for all meals, entry fees, & gratuities, hotel and
transportation
Week 1 - Mon, June 22 - Fri, June 26
Week 2 - Mon, June 29 - Fri, July 3
Week 3 - Mon, July 6, - Fri, July 10
Week 4 - Mon, July 13 - Fri, July 17
Week 5 - Mon, July 20 - Fri, July 24
Week 6 - Mon, July 27 - Fri, July 31
Week 7 - Mon, Aug 3- Fri, Aug 7
Week 8 - Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 14
Week 9 - Mon, Aug 17- Wed 19 **
1455 Fowler Street  Richland, WA 99352  Offices: (509)783-1131  Fax: (509)735-7706  www.arcoftricities.com
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Welcome
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Night Recreation
Transportation
Pick up Points
1 Van Events
2 Van Events
Events in Richland and Kennewick
Activity starting at 7:00 PM
Richland Dairy Queen-Jadwin
5:45-5:50 PM
Richland Albertsons on Gage
6:05-6:10 PM
Kennewick
Taco John’s
6:25-6:30 PM
Kennewick
Arby’s
6:35-6:40 PM
Events in Pasco
Activity starting at 7:00 PM
Richland
Dairy Queen
5:45-5:50 PM
Richland Albertsons on Gage
6:05-6:10 PM
Kenn
Arby’s
6:25-6:30 PM
Kenn
Taco John
6:35-6:40 PM
Events with 2 vans
Activity starting at 7:00 PM
Van 1 Richland
Dairy Queen
Van 1 Richland
Albertsons
Van 2 Kennewick
Arby’s
Van 2 Kennewick
Taco John’s
Must Fill Out Dial A
Ride Application and
Turn in to The Arc
VIP
What?
VIP is a club for individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities
who want to give back to their community, socialize and have lots of
fun.
Who?
Adults ages 18 and older with intellectual developmental disabilities
who require minimal assistance.
When?
VIP Club Members meet :
 Tuesdays and Thursdays each week.
 Time: 12:30pm-4:30pm.
Where?
VIP meets at The Arc of Tri-Cities at 1455 Fowler in Richland. The Arc
of Tri-Cities will provide transportation to members Dial A Ride eligible
living in Pasco, Kennewick, West Richland and Richland. If transportation is a challenge please call Jackie at 783-1131 ext. 130
6:00-6:05 PM
6:25-6:30 PM
6:10-6:15 PM
6:25-6:30 PM
Transportation
$2.00 Round
Trip
After Event—We will drop
off at your home if you live
within cities of Richland,
Kennewick and Pasco
Call 783-1131 Ext 0 to schedule your ride
How do you join?
Pick up a VIP registration packet at The Arc of Tri-Cities. Registration
packets and $25.00 fee per month must be received before attending.
 Payments can paid at The Arc’s front desk monthly or by mail
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
Only VIP Club members are allowed to participate in VIP events.
 VIP Club is 2 days a week
 Members will be in a group A, B, C or D and participate in assigned
group activities– See calendar
 Each group will have a community activity and an in-house activity
every week
Need to Cancel
The Arc of Tri-Cities is asking 24 hour notice for cancelation in
order to offer a slot to someone on the waiting list.
No Show
A no show is when you do not call within 24 hours to cancel
Two (2) no shows in a three (3) month period could temporarily
suspend your membership
Activities?
Most of the activities take place in the community– see recreation calendar. Activities include: volunteering, movies, cooking classes, swim- Bring A Lunch
ming, walking, and feeding ducks, etc...
Participants are to bring lunch unless marked different on the
calendar- this will give participants a chance to socialize during lunch
Cost?
Microwave is available for use
VIP Club has a monthly fee
 $25.00 a month for members of The Arc
Transportation
 Currently the VIP Club is at full capacity. If you’re interested in par- The Arc of Tri-Cities will be providing transportation as part of the
ticipating in the VIP Club, call 783-1131 x. 0 to get on the waiting
program- When you register at the front desk you
list. (Connie)
will also automatically be registering for transportation
 Members are asked to pay by monthly dues by Direct Deposit
 Pick up times will range from 11:00am to 12:25pm
 Take home will be no later than 6:00pm – weather permitting
 Dial A Ride Pass is required
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Easter
Egg Hunt
What: Summer Day Camp for children ages 2 - 7
An inclusive camp for children with
autism, developmental delays and typically developing
The Arc of Tri-Cities invites all children
with special needs ages 1 through 12
and their siblings to our Annual Easter
Egg Hunt
Date:
Saturday, April 4th 2015
Focus: Socialization & Fun
When: Camp runs 8 weeks starting: June 22 and ending
August 13
Sessions are now by weeks …
Monday –Thursday
Time: 9:00am until 11:30am
Cost:
Time:
10:30 a.m.
10:40 a.m.
10:50 a.m.
Where:
Columbia Point Park Richland
Located by the Boat Dock
behind Anthony's
Cost:
Free(Bring your own containers)
RSVP
www.arcoftricities.com or
Call 783-1131 ext 0
Stay tuned to April 15th
Camp Location:
Children’s Developmental Center
1549 Georgia Ave., Richland, WA
Registration: Available at The Arc at
1455 Fowler or online at
www.arcoftricities.com
starting April 15th
Fishing Day
Ages 1-3
Ages 4-7
Ages 8-12
Voluntee
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to clean re there
your fish
“Catch A Special Thrill”
Fishing for People with
Intellectual /Developmental Disabilities and/or
Seizure Disorders
ALL AGES WELCOME!
Tri-Cities Kids Outdoor Education
Friday– May 8, 2015
Columbia Park Pond
5:00pm – 7:00pm
**** Zebco Rod & Reel****
ONLY $10.00
(Limited Sibling spots available) Registration form on-line at
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The Arc of Tri-Cities Buddy Clubs
TRI-CITIES UNIFIED SOCCER JAMBOREE
Time: 9am-Noon
Jamboree Dates:
April 11th–At Chiawana High
April 18th– At Southridge High
May 2nd– At Hanford High
Come be “Fans in the Stands”
COMMUNITY EVENT-BUDDY
FISHING
“THE ARC OF TRI-CITIES CAR WASH”
ALL BUDDY CLUB
“YEAR END POTLUCK/ PICNIC”
MAY 8TH–5:00pm-7:00pm
Cost $10
Columbia Park Pond
Open to all People with Disabilities!
Please Register at The Arc by May 5th!!
SATURDAY, APRIL 25th
10:00 to 1:00pm
At the Outback Restaurant on Canal Dr.
- Kennewick
$5.00 suggested donation–
all proceed go to Buddy Club Events!
THURSDAY, MAY 14TH
3:00—5:00pm
Place: Columbia Park
(on the east side of the park
by the Stage!)
“Viva Los Amigos”
Truly a magical night where
235 Buddy Clubbers from
9 High School Buddy Clubs there were…
Smiles, Giggles, Dinner, Dancing and
Friendship…..
The Buddy Club Prom
“Viva Los Amigos”
was held on Saturday,
February 21st at The Red Lion at Columbia Center!!! The
music provided by “VooDoo Alley” Band is
still being talked about, the delicious food is
still remembered, but the best part of “The
Prom” was the
friendship we shared….
Sue Pederson
Program Coordinator
[email protected]
Thank You Sponsors:
Red Lion Hotel -Kennewick
VooDoo Alley Band
The Morse Family
The Rausch Family
ConAgra Foods
Nielsen Enterprises
Kiwanis Club Of Kennewick
Special Thanks to:
The Dad Patrol Dads
Lucas Marc Academy
Mary Kay Gals of Tri-Cities
RealLife Photography
PHS Mariachi Band
A Special “Thank You” to
The Outstanding Prom
Committee
General Program Information
Ph. # 783-1131 ext 107
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We Have Great Seats!!!
Families invited!!!
MEMBERS COST: $45.00 per person to attend
NON-MEMBERS COST: $60.00 per person to
attend
We have some seats in the sun and some out of
the sun. Families are encouraged to come. You
must pay in full by July 15th
Limited Seats Available
 Cost includes transportation and mariner
ticket. Food not included.
 Date: Saturday, July 25, 2015
 Time of Departure from The Arc– 7:00 am
( Please arrive by 6:45 am) Return time to
The Arc-approximately 8:30 pm
Prime Time Camp Out
September 18, 19, 20
The Arc of Tri-Cities in cooperation with Prime Time is inviting Families, Adult Recreation participants and
caregivers to go camping at Rimrock Lake, 50 miles west
of Yakima, located high in the Cascade Mountains.
FACILITIES:
Prime Time has a 3,000 sq. ft. lodge with a large dining hall
and recreation room. Circling the lodge are 12 comfortable
cabins with cots, wood stove and electricity. There are
shower-restroom facilities. All of this is on 5 wooded acres
with only a few minutes walk to the lake and river.
• Participants are asked to share cabins. If participants are
not able and/or do not wish to share they can bring a tent
or trailer
• No Dogs Allowed
COST
Members of The Arc $40.00
Non-Members of The Arc $60.00
If you need transportation from The Arc to get to the camp
grounds and back there will be an additional $35.00
TRANSPORTATION:
The Arc will be providing limited transportation to the camp.
WHO:
Families and adults with intellectual and developmental
disabilities are invited and encouraged to attend this great
camp out.
WHEN
Date: September, 18,19,20
Leave from The Arc at 3:00 pm on Sept 27th
Return Sunday at 1:00 pm—You are responsible
for transportation to and from The Arc.
HOW TO REGISTER:
Call The Arc of Tri-Cities at 783-1131 ext 0
Fill out registration packet-available starting July
15th at The Arc of Tri-Cities or on the web at
www.arcoftricities.com
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4th Annual Challenge Series Races 2015
Saturday, July 11th
Kiwanis Club of Richland and The Arc of Tri Cities are excited to
announce the 4th Annual Challenge!
This one day event will be held on Lee Boulevard hill between Richland High and Carmichael Schools, Saturday morning, July 11, 2015.
This event pairs challenged individuals with young, able bodied drivers (usually under 12) to make three runs down the hill in a special
Race Car. The Race Cars contain two seats, one for a driver and a second for a passive steering wheel driver. This free event is not a contest, but an opportunity for community interaction with individuals
with intellectual /developmental disabilities.
COMMUNITY
RESPITE CLUB
Looking for something fun to do on
Saturday night? Come join The Arc's
Community Respite Club!
Beginning in April, you can hang out
at The Arc, socialize with friends, and
enjoy fun community activities such
as movies or bowling! Dinner is provided, and activity costs are included.
Dates: Saturdays
April 26, May 24, June 28
The use of the Race Cars and equipment is donated by Leo Finnegan,
Life Enrichments Options, Issaquah, WA.
Time: 5:00-9:00 PM
Success of this event is measured in SMILES of children and parents,
grandparents. Public is invited to come and cheer on the drivers.
Location: The Arc -1455 Fowler St.
Richland
Would you like to race in the Soap Box Derby?
 Ages for Youth Volunteers 11-13
 Co-Driver—Special Needs Child and Youth Volunteer must be
less than 130 pounds and who
are 5'2" or shorter
Call Megan Fort (783-1131 ext. 129)
for details and to sign up. Spaces are
limited, so sign up early!
To register [email protected] or call 783-1131 ext 0 or
www.arcoftricities.com We need the following information to register you for the event.
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$38 for group level supervision
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$50 for one-on-one or personal
care assistance
Cost per 4 hour session:
Challenge Series Races
July 11tfh @ 9:00am—12:00—Richland Lee Street
LIMITED OPENINGS
Name of Parent:
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Name of Youth:
Age:
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Phone #:
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Weight _______________ Height_________________
Email: _________________________________________
Youth Volunteer
 Co-Driver Special Needs Kid
This form needs to be turned in by June 7th. Fax 509-735-7706 or mail to The Arc of Tri-Cities 1455 Fowler
Richland, WA 99352
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People First
Fever Football
7:00 pm
Cost $9.00 Ticket +$1.00
hotdog night
+ transportation
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Easter Egg Hunt
Columbia Point
Park
10:30 am
Ages 1– 12 and
Siblings
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Monday, April 13th
Would you like to learn to Cook?
Do you need a little help?
Sign up and Learn with Christina
She is willing to teach in a small class structure
4 students how to cook a meal
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Cost
5:00 to 6:30
At The Arc
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Group has invited
us to Karaoke at
Garabaldis
6:00-8:30pm
Families are also
welcome.
Cost $11.00
707 West Court,
Pasco
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Viva Las Vegas
Fund Raiser for
The Arc
Tickets $75.00
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Cop Fairchild
Cinemas—
Cost: $7.50 price
Xtra for snacks
6:30-9:00pm
5020 Convention Dr
Pasco Wa
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The Arc Car Wash
Benefiting The Buddy Club
10-1pm
The ―Outback‖ Restaurant
Parking Lot
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All People Signed
up To Go on the
Zoo May 21 &22
6:00– 7:00pm
Bring Copy of ID
and Insurance and
Any Last Payment
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Come watch Disney’s Alexander's
Terrible, Horrible, No
Good, Very Bad Day
$2.00 per person
6:00-8:00 @ The Arc
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Special Olympics
Regional
Competition
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Limited to 4
$10.00 per student
Eat what you cook
Hands on Instruction
5:00-6:30
@ The Arc—1455
Fowler Richland
Christina is the
teacher
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Spring Fling &
Community Club
Pizza
Cost $38.00
Columbia Basin $50.00 for one on
HUB
one support
5:30-8:00PM
Drop off at Arc
$10.00 Members 5:00 pm– Pick up
$12.00 Nonat 9:00pm
Members
Special Olympics
Regional
Competition
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2018
$2,300
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Special Olympics
Regional
Competition
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Special Olympics
Regional
Competition
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People First
Self Advocacy
Group
Time 5:30-7:30pm
1455 Fowler
Richland
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Tri-Cities CAST
Event
Columbia Park Pond
5:00 – 7:00pm
Must be registered
At The Arc
783-1131 ext. 100
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Mothers Day Tea
1:00pm at The
Arc.
See Newsletter
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Special
Olympics
State Tournament
Good Luck Teams!!
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Community Club
Cost $38.00
$50.00 for one on
one support
Drop off at Arc
5:00 pm– Pick up
at 9:00pm
Picnic
3– 5pm
Buddy Club
Members only
Seatte Zoo’s Here We Come!
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ZOO TRIP
Cost $290
Leave Arc at 7:30
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Fairchild Cinemas
$7.50 movie Xtra for
snacks
6:30-9:00pm
5020 Convention Dr
Pasco Wa
The Arc Closed for
Memorial Day
Buddy Club
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ZOO TRIP
Return 8:00 PM
BBQ & Dance
Elks Club
6:00-8:30PM
15 S Colorado St.
Kennewick
$10.00 Members
$12.00– NonMembers
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People First
Time 5:30-7:00pm
1455 Fowler
Richland
Bring $3.00 if you
would like pizza
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time Chili Feed to raise
funds to support
join us for dinner and a special talent show put on our participants! We will also have great raffle prizes, music, and
games! Tickets will be sold by members of Community Access,
Respite Day Program, VIP Club, and Community Club. You can
also purchase tickets at The Arc's main office. Please join us for
an evening of food and fun!
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Chili Feed &
Talent Show
4:00-6:00pm
Cost $10.00
@ The Arc
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Movie Night Out
Fairchild Cinemas
$7.50 movie Xtra for
snacks
7:00-9:00pm
5020 Convention Dr
Pasco Wa
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Community Club
Cost $38.00
$50.00 for one on
one support
Drop off at Arc 5:00
pm– Pick up at
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Happy 4th of July
All Summer
Camps Start
Week 1
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Week 2
Dust Devils
Baseball
$6.00 per person
7:00-9:00pm
Pasco
THE ARC
ANNUAL DINNER
6 PM
Place: The Arc
Cost: $20
RSVP ext 0
Dinner with PUSH
America Cyclist Team
All Arc members are
invited
5:30-7:30
$5.00 per person Must
RSVP by June 4th
@ The Arc
Epilepsy
Walk/Run
Starts at 8:00am
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