Holiday events to be held at two of The Arc of Rock Island County's facilities this week may determine who has more pull?Santa Claus or the Quad City Mallards. Individuals enrolled in The Arc's Developmental Training and RAP (Retired and Proud) programs at the Opportunity Center in Moline will kick off the holiday season with a special visit from the Quad City Mallards during a Meet-and-Greet event on Tuesday, December 8, 2009, from 1-2 p.m. The event, the highlight of this year's annual Christmas party, will take place at The Arc's Opportunity Center located at 5101 52nd Avenue in Moline. Individuals will also enjoy lunch, activities, and making holiday crafts. The Arc Holiday Choir will circulate with Santa and serenade participants with Christmas carols in each of the classrooms as the QC Mallards join them in spreading the holiday cheer.
On Friday, December 11, 2009, individuals working at Arc Industries and those enrolled in The Arc's Work Services, Developmental Training, and day programs in Rock Island will celebrate the season with a Christmas lunch followed by a holiday program beginning at 1 p.m. The program features Santa's guest appearance, a concert performance of The Arc Holiday Choir, and a Christmas Dance. The luncheon, concert performance, and dance will take place at Arc Industries, 610 37th Avenue in Rock Island.
The winter weather is not likely to impact the fun this week as Santa's sleigh is equipped to handle the snow and the Mallards are experts on ice. Both events are closed to the public. For more information about these holiday celebrations, contact Maureen Dickinson, director of development and communications for The Arc of Rock Island County, at 309-786-6474 or dickinsonm@arcric.org.
Founded in 1952, The Arc of Rock Island County serves more than 300 individuals with developmental disabilities daily. Day programs are offered in both Moline and Rock Island. The mission of The Arc is living and working in partnership with the community to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
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