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August
2005
AUGUST 23, 2005 Exercise After Work
Aerobics classes are being offered Tuesday and Thursday evenings
at the Center beginning September 13th.. Call 829-4807
or come in to register.
Low-impact dance/body toning aerobic workout
Burn calories and fat and build flexibility and strength
Six week sessions begin September 13 Tuesdays and Thursdays from
5:00 – 6:00 pm
· Fee: $25.00 per session.
· Session 2 – October 25 – December 1
· Session 3 - January 3 – February 9
· Session 4 - February 13- March 23
· Session 5 - March 28 – May 4
AUGUST 19, 2005 Summer Camp Clover:
Summer 2005 saw the launch of Camp Clover
for elementary children who participated in the after school reading
program last school year. Camp Clover was coordinated by Rose
Beverly and held week day mornings at WACC the week of
July 11-15. Crafts, games and fun were the highlights of Camp Clover.
The season ended with a two day overnight camp at the Easter
Seal Camp on Lake Bloomington. This camp experience was
provided by the Sunrise Rotary Club. Archery, boating,
swimming and team building activities are especially fun for kids
who haven’t attended camp in the past. The Rotarians
have been incredibly generous by making this camping opportunity
possible, providing counselors, and covering the cost for our youngsters.
AUGUST 17, 2005 U.S. REP. TIM JOHNSON VISITS WESTERN AVENUE
TO DISCUSS IMMIGRATION REFORM
Thank you to U.S. Representative Tim Johnson who
is helping find support for the LINC sports and youth programs and
met at the Center to listen to constituents about immigration reform
from those who work with immigrants on a daily basis.
AUGUST 12, 2005
NORTHSIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST VOLUNTEERS LED NEIGHBORHOOD VBS
Northside Church of Christ volunteers led a neighborhood
Vacation Bible School
at WACC in August. They began by canvassing the neighborhood surrounding
the Center, inviting children, leaving flyers and letting people
know the VBS was scheduled. Church members led the evening programs
with classes for children of all ages.
The church has invited the parents and children to come back for
a weekly Bible Study beginning September 9th on
Thursday evenings. Other church volunteers are planning to help
with the New Americans Initiative workshops scheduled for this fall.
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July
2005
JULY 2005 LINC BASKETBALL SEASON CONCLUDES
The Youth Basketball program at Lawrence Irvin Neighborhood
Center (LINC) ended March 30. Congratulations to all the
participants in grades 4 – 12 who competed during the 2004-2005
season and thanks to all the parents who supported them. The following
teams ended the season in first place in their age categories:
4th Grade – The Walmart Team coached by Mike Donnelly.
5th Grade – Team Illinois coached by Anthony Clay
June
2005
JUNE 2005 RUTH CIRCLE DONATES LEARNING
TOOLS FOR CHILDREN VISITING THE CENTER
Thank you to the ladies of Ruth Circle at Second Presbyterian
Church who provided some new activity materials for children
to enjoy while their parents are at WACC appointments. The youngest
of these children generally speak only Spanish and these new videos,
reading materials and games are very helpful.
JUNE 1, 2005 AFTER SCHOOL READING PROGRAM TOUCHED CHILDREN
More than 30 elementary school children spent their after school
hours at Western Avenue last Spring (2005). They were bused to the
Center from Sheridan School and enjoyed activities and
a snack during the first hour. While they played, State
Farm volunteers arrived to set up their space for reading
with 2-3 children. From 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. these small groups
poured over books in every corner of the facility. After just 6
weeks, the program showed excellent results. The children recorded
a big improvement in their reading scores in their school classrooms.
Thank you to the many volunteers and to United Way who made this
program possible. After one semester, the program has outgrown the
WACC facility and is being transferred to a nearby church with more
space.
May
2005
MAY 7, 2005 REPRESENTATIVE DAN BRADY AND SENATOR BILL BRADY GREET
CITIZENSHIP APPLICANTS
Thank you State Representative Dan Brady for sponsoring,
attending and addressing the NAI Citizenship Application
Day on May 7. Thanks too to State Senator William
Brady who attended and spoke to the citizenship applicants!
MAY 6, 2005 CINCO DE MAYO MEXICAN LUNCH
The second annual Cinco de Mayo authentic Mexican
lunch was held May 5th at Second Presbyterian Church
and raised over $3,000. Board members and volunteers served lunches
from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and guests were able to dine in or carry
out. Local organizations helping with the event included Dr.
Margarita’s, Chevy’s, Second Presbyterian Church, Artezen,
and Specs Around Town. Proceeds benefited the Hispanic Outreach
Program at WACC and Iglesia Cristiana de Restoracion.
January
2005
JANUARY 2005 YOUTH IMPACT: GANG INTERVENTION PROGRAM
WACC oversees the Youth Impact Gang Intervention Program
with activities based at LINC. The program funding is provided by
grants from the City of Bloomington, The Bloomington Police
Department and the Normal Police Department. The program
calls for three staff members to work on the streets with at risk
youth in the evenings from Wednesdays through Sundays. The team
is in action most weekend evenings at area high school sporting
events. Their presence and their relationships with students show
the teens that there are adults available to mentor them and care
about them. For at risk teens wanting alternatives to a “gang”
family, the Street Outreach team provides the assurance that someone
does care. Mike Donnelly has many years of experience
with Youth Impact and the other team members are respected leaders
in the community who students know and trust. The program includes
a Sunday afternoon basketball league at LINC.
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