Celebrity Donations To Be Featured at 10th Annual Signature Series

The 10^th Annual Signature Series will feature several celebrity donations in our Silent Auction.  The event will be held Friday, September 14^th at Hickory Ridge Golf & Country Club.  Registration Begins at 6:00 pm.  Don’t miss out on your favorite celebrity items!

Autographed Photos/Posters

Madeleine Albright

Chris Berman

Matthew Broderick

Fred Jackson, Buffalo Bills

Ryan Fitzpatrick, Buffalo Bills

Charlie Daniels

Tim Gunn

Olivia Newton-John

Oliver North

Troy Polamalu, Pittsburgh Steelers

Charlie Sheen

Sugarland

Taylor Swift

Autographed Books

Bobby Allison

James Belushi

Barbara Taylor Bradford

Deepak Chopra

Janet Evanovich

Dean Koontz

Chuck Norris

Donald Trump

Other Autographed Memorabilia

John Andretti

Larry The Cable Guy

New York Jets

Wood Brothers Racing – 2012 Daytona 500 Winner

The Black Eyed Peas even sent an autographed photo book, 2 video games, cd, and stickers!

For ticket and other information, please contact Darlene M. Golson at dgolson@arcoforleans.org or 585-589-5516 ext. 228

Thank You Sponsors & Donors of the Upcoming 10th Annual Signature Series

The Arc of Orleans County would like to send a special thank you to the following sponsors, gift donors, and donors who have underwritten the cost of pre-purchased items for our 10th Annual Signature Series Reception & Silent Auction.  This event is being held Friday, September 14, 2012 at Hickory Ridge Golf & Country Club in Holley, NY at 6:00 pm.  Hope to see you there! 

Sponsors:

Nayman's

Underwriting Donors:

Mr. & Mrs. Harry Ritz

Ms. Shirley Cataldi

Gift/Item Donors:

Casa Larga Vineyards & Winery

 

If you would like more information about the event or are interested in sponsoring and/or donating to the event, please contact Darlene Golson at 585-589-5516 ext. 228 or email at dgolson@arcoforleans.org.

Rainbow Student Shines

Brennen Maldonado is named Rainbow's Preschool's July 2012 Student of the Month!  Brennen received this award because he has worked very hard and has demonstrated a positive attitude towards learning.

Brennen currently attends a 9:1:1 classroom at Rainbow Preschool.  He has moved up from a 6:1:1 classroom due to his hard work, improved skills and overall growth.  He has a loving personality that staff and peers embrace.  His smiles and hugs are infectious. 

Brennen has increased his socialization with peers and adults and is now greeting peers and engaging in lengthy conversations with them.  He has been working so hard and is so positive - we love watching him grow!  Great job, Brennen!

Chicken BBQ Fundraiser Next Thursday, August 2nd

Chicken BBQ Fundraiser (Chiavetta's)

to benefit The Arc's Nutrition Program (Meals on Wheels/Nutri-Fair)

Thursday, August 2nd

12:30 to 4:00 PM

16 East Academy St. Albion

Tickets only $9.00 each (eat in or take home)

Call 585-589-7817 for tickets

tickets will be available at the door - until sold out

(The Arc's Nutrition Program is run in partnership

with the Orleans County Office for the Aging)

Employment Listing - 7/25/12 Direct Support Professional

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL –REGULAR FULL TIME
AT DAY HAB OPTS


REPORTS TO: DAY HAB MANAGER - JULIE SOLIS

LOCATION: 16 ACADEMY ST – ALBION

DUTIES: Provides direct hands on supervision, training and counseling to people with disabilities in a variety of vocational & community settings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Working level knowledge of people with disabilities, provide supervision, training, support of daily living skills and activities to people with disabilities in vocational/community settings. Ability to deal with people at all organizational levels, good administrative, organizational, problem solving, must be able to complete required trainings and oral & written communication skills required. Must be capable of lifting 40 lbs. Need a valid NYS drivers license.


STARTING RATE: Grade 7DC - $9.10/hr.

Vocational Training/Community Living Assistants who are currently paid at grade 9, will continue to be paid at grade 9.


Interested candidates should submit a resume by 8/1/12 to the Human Resources Department.

The Arc of Orleans County
ATTN: Carol Fox
122 Caroline Street
P.O. Box 439
Albion, NY 14411

E-mail: cfox@arcoforleans.org Fax: (585) 589 - 5669

THE ARC OF ORLEANS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Posted: 7/2512

Car Wash to Benefit Self Advocacy All-Stars

Self Advocacy All-Stars

CAR WASH

This Saturday, July 28th

10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

at Save-A-Lot parking lot

West Avenue, Albion

Donations only

See you there!!

Employment Listing - 7/19/12 Administrative Assistant

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – PART TIME 1
WITH PART TIME 1 BENEFITS
REPORTS TO: CAROLE MITCHELL –EXECUTIVE SECRETARY


LOCATION: A&O, CAROLINE ST, ALBION


DUTIES: PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR THE A & O TEAM TO INCLUDE ROUTINE PAPERWORK AS REQUIRED. ANSWERING & DIRECTING PHONE CALLS. PREPARING REPORTS, MAINTAINING RECORDS AND FILES AND OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.


QUALIFICATIONS: WORKING LEVEL KNOWLEDGE OF TYPING, KEYBOARDING AND SECRETARIAL PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES AND IN THE USE OF PERSONAL COMPUTER; EFFICIENT WITH MICROSOFT WORD & EXCEL. A KNOWLEDGE OF THE GRAMMAR, PUNCTUATION, AND SPELLING OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARE REQUIRED. 3 YEARS EXPERIENCE PERFORMING SECRETARIAL DUITES OR AN AAS DEGREE SECRETARIAL SCIENCE + ONE YEAR EXPERIENCE ARE REQUIRED. GOOD COMMUNICATION SKILLS, HIGHLY ORGANIZED, ATTENTION TO DETAIL.

STARTING RATE: GRADE 7, STEP 1 - $8.92/HR.

Interested candidates should submit a resume by July 26, 2012 to:

HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT
ATTN: Carol Fox
122 Caroline Street
P.O. Box 439
Albion, NY 14411

e-mail: cfox@arcoforleans.org Fax: 585 - 589 - 5669


Posted: 7/19/12


THE ARC OF ORLEANS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Dedication Ceremony Held at Camp Rainbow

The Arc of Orleans County held a Dedication Ceremony on Monday, July 16th, at Camp Rainbow, The Arc's summer day camp in Lyndonville.  Kellie Spychalski, Executive Director, welcomed all those in attendance and began with a short history of Camp Rainbow and it's changes over the years.  Next, the new Marcy Pavilion was dedicated in memory of Marcy Mruczek-Basior, daughter of Dr. Art & Donna Mruczek of Medina, and wife of Patrick Basior.  Doc Mruczek shared that Marcy had worked at Camp Rainbow for four summers and loved the time she spent there.  He said her love of Pooh Bear inspired the quote on the inside of the pavilion.  It reads, "You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." ~ Christopher Robin to Pooh.  He shared that Marcy was known for her hugs and was the kindest person he ever knew.  With the addition of tables and park benches, this pavilion will be a great place for the kids at Camp to have fun - just as Marcy would want!

After the dedication of the pavilion, the group met at the entrance of the nature trail where the Renaming Ceremony took place.  The trail is now called Colquhoun's Corridor in honor of retired Executive Director Don Colquhoun.  He retired in December 2011 after 17 years of leading the Agency.  Kellie Spychalski shared that Camp Rainbow was one of Don's favorite places and when the Camp was ruined many years ago due to arson, Don rolled up his sleeves and got everyone to work to ensure Camp would open for the kids that year.  It did - and on time!  The children at Camp Rainbow now have a beautiful entrance to the nature trail as they stroll off looking for creatures with many legs!

The Arc of Orleans County would like to thank everyone that helped to make the Marcy Pavilion and Colquhoun's Corridor a reality.  An extra special thank you goes out to Doc & Donna Mruczek and Don Colquhoun!

Arc of Orleans to be Featured on Western New York Living

The Arc of Orleans County will once again be featured on WGRZ-TV's (Channel 2 - Buffalo) "WNY Living" this coming Saturday, July 14th, at 10:30 AM. 

Darlene Golson, Community Relations Manager, sits down with host Janet Snyder to discuss The Arc's 10th Annual Signature Series event that is scheduled for Friday, September 14th, at Hickory Ridge Golf & Country Club in Holley.  The Signature Series is a fun-filled evening that includes a silent auction, basket raffle, great food, good friends, music, and much more.

For more information on the Signature Series, contact Darlene Golson by phone at 585-589-5516 ext. 228 or email her at dgolson@arcoforleans.org. 

And don't forget to watch live (or DVR the show) at 10:30 AM on Saturday! 



Grant Funding Received From The Lyndonville Area Foundation, Inc.

The Lyndonville Area Foundation awarded a $5,000 grant to The Arc of Orleans County’s Camp Rainbow program.   The funds will be used to assist with the cost of transporting the children to and from Camp each day.

The Lyndonville Area Foundation has been a strong supporter of The Arc of Orleans County for many years. 

A special thank you goes out to the Lyndonville Area Foundation, Inc. for their support of the people served by The Arc!

The Children’s Guild Foundation, Inc. Awards $9,864 Grant to Rainbow Preschool

The Arc recently received a $9,864 grant from The Children’s Guild Foundation, Inc.  Funding will be used to purchase a laptop, software, adaptive toys, as well as several other supplies and equipment for our Rainbow Preschool program.

The Arc of Orleans County has received funding from The Children’s Guild Foundation for many years to help improve and provide programs within the agency  For more information on The Children’s Guild Foundation, Inc. and the wonderful things they do, go to http://www.thechildrensguildfoundation.org.

A special thank you goes out to The Children’s Guild Foundation, Inc. for their continued support and generosity!

Camp Dedication - July 16th

You are cordially invited

to attend a Dedication Ceremony 

for the 

"Marcy Pavilion"

built in loving memory of 

Marcy Mruczek-Basior

& 

"Colquhoun's Corridor"

the renaming of the nature trail

in honor of retired Executive Director

Donald Colquhoun

Monday, July 16, 2012

2:00 PM

Camp Rainbow

2272 Townline Road, Lyndonville 

(Ice Cream Social to follow)

Please RSVP your acceptance to

Denise Withey, Community Relations Specialist

585-589-5516 ext. 227

Happy Independence Day!

Wishing everyone a happy and safe Independence Day!