Best Buddies Walk At Normal West High School

The Best Buddies Friendship Walk (BBFW) is the number one walk in the country raising awareness and funds to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The walk plays a key role in funding Best Buddies programs dedicated to one-to-one friendships, leadership development, and integrated job opportunities for individuals with IDD. Each walk provides an opportunity to see the Best Buddies mission in action at a local level.

Proceeds from the Best Buddies Friendship Walk provide the necessary tools for people with IDD to become more independent and valued members of our society. Since the walk’s inception in 2009, more than 70,000 participants in 46 cities have walked to raise awareness for inclusion, friendship, leadership, and opportunity for people with IDD.…

Mates Fest Jr III – Proceeds Benefitting Autism McLean

Mates Fest Jr III brings a variety of acts to The New Lafayette Club in Bloomington, IL to help raise funds for Autism McLean! Over the course of two nights (and one pre-show, cash at the door only), there will be 30 different bands and performers, including Maps & Atlases, White Reaper, Sooper SWAG Project, Parasites, WitchFeet, Pelafina, Brett Conlin and the Ghost Boots Band, Surrenderson, Take Care, etc. Additionally, there will be a silent auction and merchandise available. All Ages, bar available, family friendly, please don't miss this annual event! More specifics (including the pre-show) here!

Friday – Doors Open at 5:00 PM, Saturday – Doors Open At 4:00 PM…

Extreme Motors is sponsoring Autism McLean, March 25th – April 2nd

Extreme Motors is sponsoring Autism McLean, March 25th – April 2nd

Extreme Motors is sponsoring Autism Mclean from March 25th – April 2nd. They are creating awareness with the attached video that will also air on the major networks.
 
Also for every test drive in any of their three stores, Extreme Kia, Nissan, Hyundai they will donate $5.00 to Autism Mclean.

Please take time to go out and test drive a car, share with friends, and let Extreme Motors how much we appreciate their support!…

2nd Annual LEGO Building Competition at the Gingerbread House

2nd Annual LEGO Building Competition at the Gingerbread House

The Gingerbread House is excited to host their 2nd Annual LEGO Building Competition beginning the first of March! Children ages 3-13 may participate, but their creation must be done completely on their own!

Bring your entry to Gingerbread House Too (the purple building) between the 1st and 17th of March! Images of your entry will be added to an album on Facebook for votes (likes on the photos)! Other rules and guidelines are on the images posted on this page!…

Seedling Encore – A Theatre Experience for Adults with Disabilities!

What is Seedling Encore?  Seedling Encore, an extension of Seedling Theatre, is a troupe of adult actors with disabilities who participate in an eight week session to develop, rehearse and perform a theatrical showcase. Showcases are shorter than traditional full length productions (30-60 min.) so that rehearsal time can be used to focus on and fine tune acting skills as well as prepare a polished program for public performance.

Who can participate? Seedling Encore is for adults with disabilities ages 18 and up. Participation may be limited based on number of applications received and available staff.  If this is the case, participation will be determined by dates applications are received (first come, first served.)

When Will Seedling Encore Meet?  Wednesdays, March 3-April 27,  3:00-5:00 PM (We will not meet 3/23); Showcase performance is Friday, April 29, 6:00 PM

 

Where Will Seedling Encore Meet? First Christian Church, 401 W. Jefferson, Bloomington, IL

Session Fee: $50.00 (Scholarships Available: contact Diane Walker 309-824-7921 or email: [email protected]…