PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

VISITING THE NORTH POLE



Adult program participants at our ICAN program visited the North Pole this month. Santa's Workshop at the North Pole in Colorado Springs  graciously donates admission tickets to our organization for adult program participants to attend the themed family amusement park.  Everyone always has a great time enjoying the rides and participating in  a fun community activity.  The goal of our ICAN program is to  help our adult participants gain useful life skills and become more independent in their daily lives.  Doing these types of activities encourage self-expression and growth.  For more information about our ICAN program, contact Joni Edmisten at 719-634-4675.
CHURCH GROUP SINGS AT ADULT SERVICES




Thanks Dove Desert United Methodist Church Group from Glendale, Arizona for singing to both our ICAN group and Joey's Place adult participants.  This fantastic music ministry travels to various organizations sharing their talents with others.  http://www.doveofthedesert.com/MusicMinistry

SPECIAL THANKS
THANKS TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS, DONORS,
VENDORS & PARTICIPANTS...
AND A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR HARD WORKING VOLUNTEERS THAT MADE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE!

SKSF IN THE NEWS
KRDO News Team pictured with Renae Isakson, Zach's Place Program Director and former Zach's Place participant Chandler Berwick.

Thank you Lauren McDonald and the FOX21 News Team for the media coverage of our BBQ, Blues & Brews event on September 9th. We are grateful for your assistance in spreading the word about this event with awesome coverage - check out the 6 part coverage!
 
In addition we'd like to thank various media outlets that covered the BBQ, Blues & Brews event:

RADIO interview with
Our Town with  AM740 KVOR

KRDO News Radio 105.5FM
and 1240AM Radio Interview
Fox21 News with Julia Sans De Melendez SKSF Volunteer

VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHTS


Another wonderful group of Wells Fargo Volunteers helping out at our Adult Services building. Thank you!




For Volunteer Opportunities with SKSF, Contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 719-447-8983 or visit our SKSF Volunteer Network Facebook page.

UPCOMING FUNDRAISING EVENTS

Crave Burgers for SKSF
When: Tuesday, 9/20/16
Dine in any time from 3-8:00 p.m
7465 N. Academy Blvd, CO Springs
Crave will generously donate a
percentage of all proceeds back to SKSF.
PRINT the flyer below & give to your server
so they know to support SKSF!

5th Annual Night of Comedy
When: Saturday, 10/1/16 |  6-9:00 p.m
Doubletree by Hilton
1775 E Cheyenne Mtn Blvd, CO Springs
Presented by Peoples Bank,
featuring comedian Mike Toomey,
admission $50/person includes dinner,
wine/beer, silent auction & comedy show.

PRE-Registration Required...



UPCOMING PROGRAM EVENTS

Saturday, SEPTEMBER 24th
Theme: Fun with JELLO
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Sibshops is a program run by SKSF connecting and supporting siblings of children with disabilities (grades K-6th), helping them recognize a community of peers in similar situations.

Siblings of children with disabilities have challenges of their own, relating to others, working through the family dynamics and dealing with the realities of life with a disabled family member. Through fun and age appropriate activities with others in similar situations, they develop bonds, understanding and a support group all their own.   For future dates or to be placed on our E-mailing list contact: Julie at 719-375-9285 or Linda at 719-447-8983 x19 or email   lellegard@sksfcolorado.org.

$15/child includes snack, refreshments, activity expenses & take home item; advanced registration is required; grades K-6th; Workshops held at SKSF Adult Services facility; 3450 N Nevada Avenue, CO Springs, or other community location.   Sponsored by The Arc of Pikes Peak. 


Friday, OCTOBER 14th
5:30pm - 8:30pm

Socialization is an important goal at Zach's Place at The Laurie Hillyard Family Center. We offer a unique opportunity to meet this goal.   Zach's Place Fun Nights    are the second Friday of every month and are open to all ages and abilities. We provide pizza, make dessert together, create a craft and play games.

Registration & intake process is required for participation.  Please allow 2 weeks to process.  Contact Tammy or Dani at 719-329-1717 or email us at  zachsplace@sksfcolorado.org.    Limited space. 

Please welcome
Janel O'Hayre
as Volunteer Coordinator for
the organization.

Please welcome
Shannon McGinnes
as an Adult Mentor
for the ICAN Program. 

Please welcome
Sarah Mubili
as Foster Care
Home Supervisor .





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