The Connector
October Newsletter
The event will kick off with a one-mile walk around downtown Wichita Falls, followed by carnival games, food trucks, music, inflatables and fun for the entire family! Registration begins at 3pm.
Visit our website for registration & to create a team by CLICKING HERE!
The Arc of Wichita County
The Arc of Wichita County exists to serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Wichita County and the surrounding areas by providing programs and services that enable and empower adults and children with disabilities as well as their families.
Email: addison@arcwctx.org
Website: thearcwctx.org
Location: 3115 Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, United States
Phone: 940-692-2303
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thearcwctx/#
Employee of the Month
Meet our September Employee of The Month, Jacy Shaw-Luna!
Jacy has worked for The Arc for two and a half years. She started as our Secretary and has moved up to our Office Manager. In her time as Office Manager, she has implemented many systems to make our organization flow better. In September, Jacy worked diligently to get a new Point of Sale system together to further better The Arc. Jacy desires for The Arc to be a better place every day and her work ethic and motivation are evidence to that! We are grateful for Jacy and all she does for The Arc!
Wellness Events (Members only)
Urban Air Fitness Class (open to all members)
Tuesday, Oct 23, 2018, 06:45 PM
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park, Kemp Boulevard, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Gym Group Session (ages 18+)
Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, 03:00 PM
YMCA Bill Bartley Branch, Bartley Dr, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Social Activities (High School students only)
Buddy Walk
Saturday, Oct 6, 2018, 03:00 PM
Wichita Falls Farmers Market, Ohio Avenue, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Teen Friends Club
The Arc provides a fun night scheduled monthly so that parents and caregivers can have a night out. During the evening participants have dinner, make arts and crafts, play games, watch movies and socialize with their friends. The time is 6 pm - 10 pm and the cost is $15.00 per participant for Arc members and $20.00 per participant for non members. This program is for ages 13 - 21(still in school). Located at The Hero House.
Saturday, Oct 13, 2018, 06:00 PM
3307 Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Teen Bowling
Meet at Village Bowl. Cost is $5.00 per person for Arc members and $10 per person for non-members. Limit 12.
Thursday, Oct 18, 2018, 04:00 PM
Village Bowl, Kemp Boulevard, Wichita Falls, TX, United States
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Teen Deep End
Sunday, Oct 21, 2018, 03:00 PM
The Deep End, Old Jacksboro Highway, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Teen Lunar Golf
Thursday, Oct 25, 2018, 06:00 PM
The Arc of Wichita County, Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Teen Urban Air Glow Night
Saturday, Oct 27, 2018, 09:00 PM
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park, Kemp Boulevard, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Social Activities (ages 18+)
Friends Club
The Arc provides a fun night scheduled on the second Friday of each month so that parents and caregivers can have a night out. During the evening participants have dinner, make arts and crafts, play games, watch movies and socialize with their friends. The time is
6 pm - 10 pm and the cost is $15.00 per person for Arc/People First members and $20 per person for non-members. This program is for ages 18 and older and not in school.
For an application or to make a reservation please call The Arc at 940-692-2303.
Friday, Oct 5, 2018, 06:00 PM
The Arc of Wichita County, Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, United States
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Buddy Walk
This event is a 1-mile walk to help promote acceptance and inclusion of individuals with Down Syndrome. There will be music, food, and games after the walk. There will be a discounted cost of $10 for members only. Cost is $20 for non-members. We will meet at The Arc at 3pm and take the bus to Farmers Market. Limit 12
Saturday, Oct 6, 2018, 03:00 PM
The Arc of Wichita County, Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Guys Movie Night
Tuesday, Oct 9, 2018, 06:30 PM
The Arc of Wichita County, Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Not So Scary Halloween
We will meet at The Arc at 6pm and take the bus to Riverbend Nature Center. Cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Limit 12
Friday, Oct 12, 2018, 06:00 PM
The Arc of Wichita County, Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Fun with MSU
Monday, Oct 15, 2018, 06:00 PM
The Arc of Wichita County, Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
2nd annual Halloween Movie Night Fundraiser
This event is open to the community and is free to attend. We will be selling concessions to help raise money for our social program. We will watch the most requested movie. Call The Arc if you would like to make a request. The movie must be rated G, PG, or PG-13. Located at The Arc. Limit 60
Friday, Oct 19, 2018, 06:30 PM
3115 Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, United States
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Oktoberfest at Sacred Heart
Saturday, Oct 20, 2018, 05:00 PM
3115 Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Girls Casino Night Out
Meet at The Arc and we will take the bus to Comanche Casino. Cost is $10 and covers food and gas. Bring extra money to gamble. Limit 10
Monday, Oct 22, 2018, 06:00 PM
The Arc of Wichita County, Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Bowling
Thursday, Oct 25, 2018, 03:45 PM
Village Bowl, Kemp Boulevard, Wichita Falls, TX, United States
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Cooking Class
Tuesday, Oct 30, 2018, 06:00 PM
The Arc of Wichita County, Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Elk's Lodge Event (Ages 16+)
Halloween Dance
Monday, Oct 29, 2018, 07:00 PM
The Elk's Lodge, Seymour Highway, Wichita Falls, Texas
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Meetings
People First Board Meeting
Tuesday, Oct 16, 2018, 06:00 PM
The Arc of Wichita County, Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, United States
People First Program
Tuesday, Oct 16, 2018, 06:30 PM
The Arc of Wichita County, Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Cub Scouts
Chapter Meetings
When: Tuesday, October 2nd, 16th, and 30th from 5:30pm-6:30pm
Where: Boy Scouts of America, 3604 Maplewood Ave, Wichita Falls, TX 76308
Bible Fun Fellowship
Bible Fun Fellowship - Wichita Falls
Where: Grace Church, 5214 Stone Lake Dr., Wichita Falls, Texas
What: Music, singing, Bible Study and refreshments!
Bible Fun Fellowship - Burkburnett
Where: Central Baptist Church, 814 Tidal Street, Burkburnett, Texas
What: Music, singing, Bible Study, and refreshments!