http://www.parcway.org/cat/50 en-us Copyright 2005 2010-06-29T00:00:00-05:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09maywishes Thank you to all the those who donated goods and services to PARC in May and June! goto/09maywishes personal 2010-06-29T00:00:00-05:00 06/29/2010 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09budgetthreats We invite you to watch WEEK reporter Maggie Vespa's story on the looming state budget cuts and the impact on individuals with developmental disabilities. goto/09budgetthreats personal 2009-06-26T00:00:00-05:00 06/26/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09chilliknights On Friday, June 26, 2009 Greg Bogner, Grand Knight, and Randy Daly of the St. Edwards Knights of Columbus Council #8020 presented Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director, with a check for $378.25. goto/09chilliknights personal 2009-06-26T00:00:00-05:00 06/26/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09brendagray We invite you to read a letter from Brenda Gray in the Wednesday, June 24, 2009 OPINION section of the Journal Star. goto/09brendagray personal 2009-06-24T00:00:00-05:00 06/24/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09eifamilyfun On June 17, 2009, PARC's Early Intervention program hosted a Family Fund Day. Current and past family participants of Early Intervention Services (EIS), as well as the Service Coordinators that work closely with them attended. goto/09eifamilyfun personal 2009-06-18T00:00:00-05:00 06/18/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09chiefsawareness On Thursday July 23, 2009 the Peoria Chiefs together with EP Global Communications, publisher of Exceptional Parent Magazine, and Mass Mutual Central Illinois Agency and its Special Care Planning Division host Disability Awareness Night at O'Brien Field. The Peoria Chiefs will face the Lansing Lugnuts at 7:00 p.m., gates open at 6:00 p.m. goto/09chiefsawareness personal 2009-06-15T00:00:00-05:00 06/15/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09birthdaywish Do you have a Birthday coming up? Not sure what to wish for…how about making a Birthday Wish for your favorite charity! Simply ask your friends to donate to your charity of choice instead of purchasing a traditional Birthday gift for you. goto/09birthdaywish personal 2009-06-08T00:00:00-05:00 06/08/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09volunteerfiredup Thank you to all the volunteers who help PARC participants get Fired Up for the 2009 PARC Benefit Auction. goto/09volunteerfiredup personal 2009-06-04T00:00:00-05:00 06/04/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09keim PARC is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a grant by the Heart of Illinois United Way (HOIUW) from the Kenneth Keim Fund in the amount of $370.00. goto/09keim personal 2009-06-01T00:00:00-05:00 06/01/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09clifspon PARC is proud to announce the receipt of a $1,000 donation from the Clifton Gunderson. goto/09clifspon personal 2009-06-01T00:00:00-05:00 06/01/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09familyfun On Wednesday, June 17, 2009 PARC Early Intervention will be hosting a Family Fun Day! goto/09familyfun personal 2009-06-01T00:00:00-05:00 06/01/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09picontinue Pi Kappa Phi donates $1,798.86 to PARC to cover lumber costs for the Kickapoo Group Home Deck Accessibility Project. goto/09picontinue personal 2009-06-01T00:00:00-05:00 06/01/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09mayfiredup On Friday, May 22, 2009 PARC participants visited the Fired Up pottery studio located at 4532 N. Prospect Road in Peoria Heights to let their creativity flow. goto/09mayfiredup personal 2009-05-22T00:00:00-05:00 05/22/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09banquetover On Thursday May 14, 2009 PARC held its 52nd Annual Awards Banquet. The celebration gave PARC an opportunity to recognize and honor the many members of the community whose dedication and hard work enable us to offer choices for a quality life to individuals with developmental disabilities. goto/09banquetover personal 2009-05-15T00:00:00-05:00 05/15/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09fest PARC's 2009 Art Festival was held on Thursday, May 14, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at PARC's Townline facility. goto/09fest personal 2009-05-15T00:00:00-05:00 05/15/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09kellerservice PARC sends out a big THANK YOU to the Keller Williams Realty team for all their help with the 2009 PARC Art Festival. goto/09kellerservice personal 2009-05-15T00:00:00-05:00 05/15/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09catdonation PARC is happy to announce that it has received a $7,500.00 contribution from the Caterpillar Foundation. goto/09catdonation personal 2009-05-12T00:00:00-05:00 05/12/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2009maytrack PARC is proud of all the PARC athletes who competed in the Area 6 Spring Games! goto/2009maytrack personal 2009-05-11T00:00:00-05:00 05/11/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09paradicedonation PARC is proud to announce the receipt of a $5,000 donation from the Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino. goto/09paradicedonation personal 2009-05-08T00:00:00-05:00 05/08/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09fair PARC participated in the Assistive Technology Fair Open House held on May 5, 2009 at Easter Seals in Peoria. goto/09fair personal 2009-05-06T00:00:00-05:00 05/06/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/428 Author Sarah Stup offers 7 tips to assist in building friendships with individuals with Autism. goto/428 personal 2009-05-04T00:00:00-05:00 05/04/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09kickapoodeck On Saturday, May 2, 2009 the men of Bradley University’s Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity showed their contined commitment to individuals with developmental disabilities by building a wheelchair accessible deck and ramp at PARC's Kickapoo Group Home in East Peoria. goto/09kickapoodeck personal 2009-05-04T00:00:00-05:00 05/04/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09springgames Come cheer on PARC Athletes as they participate in the Special Olympics Illinois Spring Games this Saturday, May 9, 2009. goto/09springgames personal 2009-05-04T00:00:00-05:00 05/04/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09greatergood PARC has partnered with Greater Than Goods apparel Web store to raise funds and awareness. goto/09greatergood personal 2009-05-01T00:00:00-05:00 05/01/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09aprilwishes Thank you to all the businesses and individuals who donated goods and services to PARC in April! goto/09aprilwishes personal 2009-05-01T00:00:00-05:00 05/01/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2009gregvolunteer PARC invites you to learn more about one of our valued volunteers, Greg Eberle. goto/2009gregvolunteer personal 2009-04-25T00:00:00-05:00 04/25/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2009WhiteVolunteer PARC invites you to learn more about one of our valued volunteers, Pat White. goto/2009WhiteVolunteer personal 2009-04-24T00:00:00-05:00 04/24/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2009gaylevolunteer PARC invites you to learn more about one of our valued volunteers, Gayle Workman. goto/2009gaylevolunteer personal 2009-04-23T00:00:00-05:00 04/23/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09hickmanvolunteer PARC invites you to learn more about one of our valued volunteers, George Hickman. goto/09hickmanvolunteer personal 2009-04-22T00:00:00-05:00 04/22/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/421 PARC invites you to learn more about one of our valued volunteers, Katlyn Mueller. goto/421 personal 2009-04-21T00:00:00-05:00 04/21/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09justisvolunteer PARC invites you to learn more about one of our valued volunteers, Trish Justis. goto/09justisvolunteer personal 2009-04-20T00:00:00-05:00 04/20/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09day1volunteer PARC invites you to learn more about one of our valued volunteers, Bruce Bradford. goto/09day1volunteer personal 2009-04-19T00:00:00-05:00 04/19/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09presidentaward In recognition of these outstanding achievements, PARC is proud to announce the availability of the PRESIDENT’S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD, a prestigious national honor offered in recognition of volunteer commitment. goto/09presidentaward personal 2009-04-07T00:00:00-05:00 04/07/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09rotarycheck PARC is pleased to announce that it was awarded a $600 grant from Rotary Club of Peoria - North. goto/09rotarycheck personal 2009-04-02T00:00:00-06:00 04/02/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09olympicsbanquet PARC athletes were recognized for all of their achievements at the 2009 PARC Special Olympics Banquet on March 31, 2009. goto/09olympicsbanquet personal 2009-04-01T00:00:00-06:00 04/01/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09volunteerweek National Volunteer Week 2009 is April 19th – 25th giving PARC the opportunity to highlight and thank the many volunteers that make such an important difference in what we do. goto/09volunteerweek personal 2009-03-29T00:00:00-06:00 03/29/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09marchgoodness You can help PARC win a grant of up to $10,000, while also raising support and awareness for all we do in support of individuals with developmental disabilities. goto/09marchgoodness personal 2009-03-17T00:00:00-06:00 03/17/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09bloomsuccess On March 14, 2009, the Peoria Pilot Club presented the 16th Annual PARC’s In Bloom Style Show. The event proceeds go to support and enhance PARC programs and services and included a style show, luncheon, raffle, and silent auction. goto/09bloomsuccess personal 2009-03-16T00:00:00-06:00 03/16/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09statesilver The PARC Pirates came away from the Special Olympics Illinois State Basketball Tournament with Silver Medals and a whole lot to be proud of! goto/09statesilver personal 2009-03-16T00:00:00-06:00 03/16/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09stpatrick It's no blarney, fun was had by all who attended the SPEC St. Patrick's celebration dance. goto/09stpatrick personal 2009-03-16T00:00:00-06:00 03/16/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09statebasketball The PARC Pirates will participate in the Special Olympics Illinois State Basketball Tournament this Saturday, March 14, 2009 and Sunday, March 15, 2009. goto/09statebasketball personal 2009-03-10T00:00:00-06:00 03/10/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09marchwomen The Women of PARC will be holding a luncheon meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2009. goto/09marchwomen personal 2009-03-03T00:00:00-06:00 03/03/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08catlogisticsbanner PARC was awarded the Caterpillar Excellence Achievement Banner for 2008 on Wednesday, February 25, 2009. goto/08catlogisticsbanner personal 2009-02-25T00:00:00-06:00 02/25/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09anonymous PARC is so very pleased to announce that an anonymous individual recently donated $2,400.00. goto/09anonymous personal 2009-02-25T00:00:00-06:00 02/25/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09kira Kira Kwon Photojournalism Partners with PARC. Kira Kwon believes in the potential of every person. Sign up for a 2009 Session with Kira before May 31, 2009 and she will donate $50 to PARC! goto/09kira personal 2009-02-24T00:00:00-06:00 02/24/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09cornervideo Cornerstore Video sponsored event raises $910.00 for PARC. goto/09cornervideo personal 2009-02-18T00:00:00-06:00 02/18/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09explore Subscribe to the ExplorePeoria.com Newsletter and PARC will get 50 cents! goto/09explore personal 2009-02-17T00:00:00-06:00 02/17/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09rosati The Knights of Columbus Bishop Rosati Council in the Kickapoo and Brimfield area presented PARC with a check for $1,846.90. goto/09rosati personal 2009-02-17T00:00:00-06:00 02/17/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09auctionvolunteers The Auction Committee is currently seeking volunteers to assist with this year's PARC Benefit Auction. If you are interested in volunteering, your help would be greatly appreciated. All volunteers receive free admission to the Auction. goto/09auctionvolunteers personal 2009-02-16T00:00:00-06:00 02/16/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09sofa Things just got cushier for the residents of the Laramie Group Home thanks to PARC Parents Marty and Maureen McGann. goto/09sofa personal 2009-02-16T00:00:00-06:00 02/16/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09legislative goto/09legislative personal 2009-02-11T00:00:00-06:00 02/11/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2009lawncare On Friday, February 5, 2009 Don Shumaker, Owner of Community Lawn Care in Peoria, presented a check for $127.72 to Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director. goto/2009lawncare personal 2009-02-09T00:00:00-06:00 02/09/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09zachrun Zachary McAllister, Pitcher with the Tampa Yankees and Chillicothe native, autographed baseballs to benefit PARC on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at the Chillicothe Business Exposition. goto/09zachrun personal 2009-02-02T00:00:00-06:00 02/02/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09iarf PARC wishes to thank the Illinois Association of Retired Fire Fighters (IARF) for their generous donation of $500.00. goto/09iarf personal 2009-02-02T00:00:00-06:00 02/02/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09federatedchurch PARC wishes to thank the members of The First Federated Church for their generous gift of $1,275.09. goto/09federatedchurch personal 2009-02-02T00:00:00-06:00 02/02/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09orth PARC wishes to thank you Edward and Margaret Orth for their generous donation of $500. goto/09orth personal 2009-01-30T00:00:00-06:00 01/30/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09gold The PARC Pirates won both their games at the Special Olympics District E Basketball Tournament on Sunday, January 25, 2009 to bring home the gold and qualify for the State Tournament. goto/09gold personal 2009-01-26T00:00:00-06:00 01/26/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/spalding09 The Knights of Columbus Council #427 presented Roy Ricketts, PARC President, with a check for $2,161.10 on Thursday, January 23, 2009. goto/spalding09 personal 2009-01-23T00:00:00-06:00 01/23/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09facebook PARC invites you to come visit us on Facebook. PARC is an official non-profit partner on Facebook. goto/09facebook personal 2009-01-22T00:00:00-06:00 01/22/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/corner09 Zach McAllister, Pitcher with the Tampa Yankees and Chillicothe native, will be autographing baseballs to benefit PARC on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at the Chillicothe Business Exposition. goto/corner09 personal 2009-01-22T00:00:00-06:00 01/22/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09etournament The PARC Pirates will participate in the Special Olympics District E Basketball Tournament this Sunday, January 25, 2009. Come cheer our PARC Pirates. goto/09etournament personal 2009-01-21T00:00:00-06:00 01/21/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09specialfair The 3rd Annual Special Needs Information Fair will be held on Tuesday evening, March 10 at Dunlap High School. goto/09specialfair personal 2009-01-20T00:00:00-06:00 01/20/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09transition The 2009 Transition Fair will take place Tuesday, February 24, 2009 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Richwoods High School, 6301 N University Street in Peoria. goto/09transition personal 2009-01-20T00:00:00-06:00 01/20/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09stclement The Knights of Columbus St. Clement Council presented Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director, with a check for $933.42 on Saturday, January 17, 2009. goto/09stclement personal 2009-01-19T00:00:00-06:00 01/19/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09recyclecube The PARC Aktion Club's latest project is turning plastic into art and will soon be part of an art exhibit! The project is was inspired by the artist who created the cube, Steph Van Doren. goto/09recyclecube personal 2009-01-16T00:00:00-06:00 01/16/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09springflowerart Visit the PARC Participant Art Gallery and view the Spring Flower Art collection to get a taste of spring! goto/09springflowerart personal 2009-01-09T00:00:00-06:00 01/09/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09bingo1 PARC participants enjoyed an afternoon of Bingo on Wednesday, January 7, 2008. goto/09bingo1 personal 2009-01-08T00:00:00-06:00 01/08/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09springshop PARC is once again participating in Bergner's Community Day. The spring event is set for Saturday, February 28, 2009. goto/09springshop personal 2009-01-02T00:00:00-06:00 01/02/2009 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08cornbelt Cornbelt Marketing donates to PARC in lieu of sending gifts to their customers. goto/08cornbelt personal 2008-12-31T00:00:00-06:00 12/31/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08givingtreethanks More than 80 individuals and organizations spread holiday cheer by participating in the 2008 PARC Giving Tree. goto/08givingtreethanks personal 2008-12-29T00:00:00-06:00 12/29/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08joythankyou All of us at PARC want to thank the many friends who helped make this Holiday such a joyous one by participating in JOY - PASS IT ON! goto/08joythankyou personal 2008-12-29T00:00:00-06:00 12/29/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08fallbergnerscheck PARC is happy to announce that we received a check for $223.55 from The Bon-Ton Stores Inc. goto/08fallbergnerscheck personal 2008-12-26T00:00:00-06:00 12/26/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08legacy PARC is happy to announce that the Community Foundation of Central Illinois has awarded a $2,000 grant to PARC's Older Adults program. goto/08legacy personal 2008-12-22T00:00:00-06:00 12/22/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08postponed The scrimmage match scheduled with the Peoria Academy Bulldogs Girls’ Basketball Team and the PARC Pirates Basketball Team for today, Monday, December 15, 2008 at 4:00 p.m., has been postponed due to weather conditions. goto/08postponed personal 2008-12-15T00:00:00-06:00 12/15/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08baptist PARC wishes to thank the members of The Friendship Goup/Doubles Class of the First Baptist Church of Peoria for their generous $1,150.00 donation. goto/08baptist personal 2008-12-14T00:00:00-06:00 12/14/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08mainseason This past year 37 vacationers and 8 escorts took 7 different trips throughout the United States! goto/08mainseason personal 2008-12-12T00:00:00-06:00 12/12/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08flourish How does our Garden Grow? PARC’s Enabling Garden flourishes thanks to the caring Illinois Master Gardener volunteers! goto/08flourish personal 2008-12-10T00:00:00-06:00 12/10/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08cougars On Monday, December 8, 2008, the PARC Pirates tamed the HISRA Cougars in the last 20 seconds of game play with a 3 point winning basket. goto/08cougars personal 2008-12-09T00:00:00-06:00 12/09/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08bulldogsgame The Peoria Academy Bulldogs Girls’ Basketball Team will host a basketball scrimmage match with the PARC Pirates Basketball Team on Monday, December 15, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. goto/08bulldogsgame personal 2008-12-04T00:00:00-06:00 12/04/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/09janparents goto/09janparents personal 2008-12-01T00:00:00-06:00 12/01/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08paradeover PARC rocked and rolled into the holiday spirit by participating in the 121st Annual Santa Clause Parade on Friday, November 28, 2008. goto/08paradeover personal 2008-12-01T00:00:00-06:00 12/01/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08scorebig On Sunday, November 23, 2008 the PARC Pirates were invited to Lincoln Leisure Center in Bloomington to play two basketball games with S.O.A.R. (Special Opportunities Available in Recreation) teams. goto/08scorebig personal 2008-11-24T00:00:00-06:00 11/24/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08canine On November 21, 2008 PARC was visited by two of the best trained and cutest dogs ever! Tessie and Yogi are part of the Canine Companions program. goto/08canine personal 2008-11-24T00:00:00-06:00 11/24/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08restore Governor Rod R. Blagojevich took action on Thursday, November 20, 2008 on a supplemental appropriations bill (Senate Bill 1103) passed by the General Assembly to restore $175.9 million in funding for several reductions made earlier this year. goto/08restore personal 2008-11-20T00:00:00-06:00 11/20/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08chilli The Chillicothe Township United Way has designated PARC as the recipient of $500.00 as part of their 2007/2008 campaign year. goto/08chilli personal 2008-11-20T00:00:00-06:00 11/20/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08parade PARC is pleased to announce that it will participate in the 121st Annual Santa Clause Parade on Friday, November 28, 2008 (the day after Thanksgiving). goto/08parade personal 2008-11-18T00:00:00-06:00 11/18/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08anderson Thank you Dr. Scott Anderson, Official Rivermen Team Dentist, for donating Rivermen tickets to select games throughout the 2008-2009 season for use by PARC participants. goto/08anderson personal 2008-11-17T00:00:00-06:00 11/17/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08cuts For the first time in at least twenty years, PARC is facing the possibility of across the board funding cuts. goto/08cuts personal 2008-11-17T00:00:00-06:00 11/17/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08blueprint What is the Blueprint for System Redesign in Illinois that we all have been hearing so much about? goto/08blueprint personal 2008-11-12T00:00:00-06:00 11/12/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08patsgrant PARC is happy to announce that the Community Foundation of Central Illinois has awarded $2,987.00 to the PATS program to purchase equipment that facilitates intensive daily computer training for PARC participants. goto/08patsgrant personal 2008-11-12T00:00:00-06:00 11/12/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08novpirates On Monday, November 10, 2008 the PARC Pirates played the HISRA Cubs in an aptly matched game that was thrilling to the very end. goto/08novpirates personal 2008-11-11T00:00:00-06:00 11/11/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08americantowns PARC happy to announce that it is now part of the AmericanTowns net community. goto/08americantowns personal 2008-11-11T00:00:00-06:00 11/11/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08ask You have the power to make this a truly joyous holiday season at PARC! goto/08ask personal 2008-11-10T00:00:00-06:00 11/10/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08artgallery We invite you to visit the PARC Participant Art Gallery. goto/08artgallery personal 2008-11-10T00:00:00-06:00 11/10/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08you On Wednesday, November 5, 2008 the PARC Community Living video made it onto YouTube's most viewed list on the NonProfit channel. goto/08you personal 2008-11-05T00:00:00-06:00 11/05/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08respect This is a must watch video! goto/08respect personal 2008-11-05T00:00:00-06:00 11/05/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08pirates The PARC Pirates announced their 2008 Special Olympics Basketball game schedule. goto/08pirates personal 2008-11-03T00:00:00-06:00 11/03/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08eitreats On Wednesday, October 29, 2008 and Thursday, October 30, 2008 the staff at PARC’s Townline facility were treated to a parade of super heroes, cuddly creatures, clowns, and spooky characters as the participants of PARC’s EI (Early Intervention) program and their families celebrated Halloween. goto/08eitreats personal 2008-10-30T00:00:00-06:00 10/30/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08octdeck On Sunday, October 28, 2008 the men of Bradley University’s Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity showed their continued commitment to individuals with developmental disabilities by building a wheelchair accessible deck and ramp at PARC’s Rue Vue Du Lac Group Home in Peoria. goto/08octdeck personal 2008-10-27T00:00:00-06:00 10/27/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08wcrcheck On October 16, 2008 John Purple, President of the Women's Council of Realtors (WCR) Peoria Chapter, presented a $500.00 check for PARC. goto/08wcrcheck personal 2008-10-17T00:00:00-05:00 10/17/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08catfoundation PARC is happy to announce that it has received a $7,500.00 contribution from the Caterpillar Foundation. goto/08catfoundation personal 2008-10-17T00:00:00-05:00 10/17/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08copsribbon Ribbon cutting ceremony kicks off PARC's partnership with C.O.P.S. to provide on-site paper shredding. goto/08copsribbon personal 2008-10-16T00:00:00-05:00 10/16/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08givetree Spread some holiday cheer by participating in the 2008 PARC Giving Tree. goto/08givetree personal 2008-10-15T00:00:00-05:00 10/15/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08cops Please join PARC and Confidential On-Site Paper Shredding (C.O.P.S.) in announcing their new partnership. Effective October 15, 2008, PARC Works division of PARC will begin accepting confidential materials for destruction by C.O.P.S. at their 1913 W. Townline Rd., Peoria, IL 61612 location. goto/08cops personal 2008-10-13T00:00:00-05:00 10/13/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08walmartcheck On October 9, 2008 Linda Davis, Community Involvement Coordinator for Wal-Mart Supercenter on Allen Road, presented a checks totalling $1,500 to Brian Karl, PARC Development Assitant, and Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director. goto/08walmartcheck personal 2008-10-10T00:00:00-05:00 10/10/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08henry PARC particpants got Fired Up with volunteers from Henry State Bank to create PARC Piggy Banks. goto/08henry personal 2008-10-09T00:00:00-05:00 10/09/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08youtube PARC has been selected to participate in the YouTube Nonprofit program! goto/08youtube personal 2008-10-06T00:00:00-05:00 10/06/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08mutual PARC is happy to announce that it has received a $1,000.00 Bronze Level Sponsorship contribution from the Mutual of America. goto/08mutual personal 2008-10-06T00:00:00-05:00 10/06/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08samscheck KathyRobertson, Marketing Team Leader for SAM’s CLUB, presented Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director, with a check for $1,500 on September 29, 2008 at PARC Townline. goto/08samscheck personal 2008-09-29T00:00:00-05:00 09/29/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08gaptime Thanks to a donation of time from employees of the Old Navy store in Peoria, PARC received a check for $150.00 from the GAP FOUNDATION Money for Time Program. goto/08gaptime personal 2008-09-29T00:00:00-05:00 09/29/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/318 PARC is once again participating in Bergner's Community Day. goto/318 personal 2008-09-22T00:00:00-05:00 09/22/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/getgear The 2008 PARC ‘N’ PLAY Super Cruise-In was held on Saturday, September 20, 2008 at the Wal-Mart Supercenter on Allen Road. The event was held to provide activities funding for PARC programs. goto/getgear personal 2008-09-22T00:00:00-05:00 09/22/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08sandbox Thanks to the donation of a gently used computer monitor to PARC by John Joseph of PixelSandbox, Gabe can "see the big picture." goto/08sandbox personal 2008-09-16T00:00:00-05:00 09/16/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08auctionsuccess Thanks to the many event attendees, event sponsors, PARC staff, and support organizations that gave so generously of their time, energy, and resources, the 2008 PARC Benefit Auction was a great success! goto/08auctionsuccess personal 2008-09-15T00:00:00-05:00 09/15/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08CFC PARC received a check for $327.47 from the Heart of Illinois United Way (HOIUW) representing funds designated through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). goto/08CFC personal 2008-09-15T00:00:00-05:00 09/15/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/319 What a difference a day can make when we "Live United!" The Heart of Illinois United Way held its 2008 Day of Caring on Friday, September 5, 2008. goto/319 personal 2008-09-08T00:00:00-05:00 09/08/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08tradition The Waters family exemplifies how small change can add up and make a big difference! John and Barbara Waters brought in 3 large, make that REALLY LARGE, jars of pennies to PARC's Townline facility on Tuesday, August 5, 2008. goto/08tradition personal 2008-08-06T00:00:00-05:00 08/06/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08gardenvolunteerthankyou PARC wishes to extend a special thank you to Dottie Shelton, Sheri Schorr, and Teresa Smith for helping with the "How Seeds Travel" PARC Garden Class on Wednesday, July 30, 2008. goto/08gardenvolunteerthankyou personal 2008-08-04T00:00:00-05:00 08/04/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08takingaction WMBD/WYZZ reporter Lisa Miller visited PARC's Marlene Group Home to see for herself how the Heart of Illinois United Way (HOIUW) Takes Action for PARC and for Central Illinois. goto/08takingaction personal 2008-08-04T00:00:00-05:00 08/04/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08busey Thanks to the donation of a gently used computer monitor to PARC by Busey Bank, Chelsey can "see the big picture." goto/08busey personal 2008-08-04T00:00:00-05:00 08/04/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/313 The pennies keeping adding up as PARC continues it's summer long Pennies for PARC campaign at SAM's CLUB. goto/313 personal 2008-07-28T00:00:00-05:00 07/28/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08BigHit On Thursday, July 17, 2008 The Peoria Chiefs partnered with Easter Seals Peoria, CWTC, PARC, and Peoria Production Shop to create greater community awareness of the needs and abilities of individuals with disabilities. goto/08BigHit personal 2008-07-18T00:00:00-05:00 07/18/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08firedup On Tuesday, July 16, 2008 PARC participants visited the Fired Up pottery studio to let their creativity flow. goto/08firedup personal 2008-07-17T00:00:00-05:00 07/17/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/07annual PARC wishes to announce that our 2007 PARC Annual Report is now available to view or download at www.PARCway.org. goto/07annual personal 2008-07-16T00:00:00-05:00 07/16/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08roth Roth Auction Service has graciously agreed to donate their services to the 2008 PARC Benefit Auction. goto/08roth personal 2008-07-14T00:00:00-05:00 07/14/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08joan Saturday, July 12, 2008 PARC participants from PARC's Joan Court Group Home held a Pennies for PARC fundraiser at SAM’S CLUB in Peoria. goto/08joan personal 2008-07-14T00:00:00-05:00 07/14/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08culverpartner On Tuesday, July 1, 2008, Culver's Grand Prairie and University Stores Partnered with PARC and hosted a Pennies for PARC event. The Culver's of Peoria stores donated 10 percent of their sales on July 1, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to PARC! goto/08culverpartner personal 2008-07-11T00:00:00-05:00 07/11/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08edwardscouncil On July 9, 2008 Greg Bogner, Grand Knight, and Randy Daly of the St. Edwards Knights of Columbus Council #8020 presented Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director, with a check for $400. PARC wishes to thank the St. Edwards Knights of Columbus for their continued support of PARC! goto/08edwardscouncil personal 2008-07-10T00:00:00-05:00 07/10/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08chiefsdisability On Thursday July 17, 2008 the Peoria Chiefs together with EP Global Communications, publisher of Exceptional Parent Magazine, and Mass Mutual Central Illinois Agency and its Special Care Planning Division host Disability Awareness Night at O'Brien Field. goto/08chiefsdisability personal 2008-07-07T00:00:00-05:00 07/07/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08paradice PARC is proud to announce the receipt of a $5,000 donation from the Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino. goto/08paradice personal 2008-07-07T00:00:00-05:00 07/07/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08opportunities PARC invites individuals, community groups, and businesses to Partner with PARC to make a posititive difference in our community. goto/08opportunities personal 2008-07-01T00:00:00-05:00 07/01/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08alhambrachiefs PARC participants and members of the Order of Alhambra Ziryab Caravan #52 enjoyed an evening out at the ballpark on Saturday, June 28, 2008. Everyone attending enjoyed the action as the Peoria Chiefs took on the Kane County Cougars at O'Brien Field. goto/08alhambrachiefs personal 2008-06-30T00:00:00-05:00 06/30/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08spaldingcheck The Knights of Columbus Council #427 presented Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director, with donations totaling $3,000.15 on Thursday, June 26, 2008. goto/08spaldingcheck personal 2008-06-27T00:00:00-05:00 06/27/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/291 27 PARC participants along with staff and volunteers cruised along at the 12th Annual Ron Robb Special People's Cruise on June 7, 2008. goto/291 personal 2008-06-09T00:00:00-05:00 06/09/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08CARF PARC is proud to announce that we have once again been awarded a three-year term of CARF Accreditation for our Assistive Technology Services, Community Services, and Employment Services programs. CARF is an international accrediting body. This accreditation decision represents the highest level of accreditation that can be awarded to an organization and shows PARC's substantial conformance to the CARF standards. goto/08CARF personal 2008-06-02T00:00:00-05:00 06/02/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08gallery Thanks to Shutterfly.com you can visit PARC's online photo gallery. goto/08gallery personal 2008-05-20T00:00:00-05:00 05/20/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08Culvers On Tuesday, July 1, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Culver's Grand Prairie and University Stores will donate 10 percent of sales to PARC! goto/08Culvers personal 2008-05-19T00:00:00-05:00 05/19/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08showcase PARC dancers will participate in the Peoria Ballet's upcoming Showcase on Wednesday May 21, 2008 at the Eastlight Theatre in East Peoria. goto/08showcase personal 2008-05-19T00:00:00-05:00 05/19/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08prom Participants of PARC's Older Adults Program went "Over the Rainbow" for PARC's Senior Prom on Friday May 16, 2008. Everyone was decked out, looking so beautiful and handsome, and wearing the most stylish thing of all ~ smiles from ear to ear! goto/08prom personal 2008-05-19T00:00:00-05:00 05/19/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08banquet On Thursday May 15, 2008 PARC held its 51st Annual Awards Banquet. goto/08banquet personal 2008-05-16T00:00:00-05:00 05/16/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08Gold On May 10, 2008 PARC athletes brought home the gold...and lots of it! goto/08Gold personal 2008-05-11T00:00:00-05:00 05/11/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08jeans The employees of Clifton Gunderson shedd their business attire for jeans to raise $310.00 for PARC. goto/08jeans personal 2008-05-07T00:00:00-05:00 05/07/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/may08deck On Saturday, May 3, 2008 the men of Bradley University’s Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity showed their commitment to individuals with developmental disabilities by building a wheelchair accessible deck and ramp at PARC's Baskin Ridge Group Home in Peoria. goto/may08deck personal 2008-05-05T00:00:00-05:00 05/05/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08cruise PARC participants will attend the 8th Annual SPECIAL PEOPLE CRUISE on Saturday, June 7, 2008 as part of PARC Family Support Services program. goto/08cruise personal 2008-05-02T00:00:00-05:00 05/02/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08arts Read all about the PARC's In Bloom Style Show in the May-June 2008 edition of art and SOCIETY. goto/08arts personal 2008-04-28T00:00:00-05:00 04/28/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08vweek April 27, 2008 - May 3, 2008 is National Volunteer Week. goto/08vweek personal 2008-04-28T00:00:00-05:00 04/28/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08mung So you may ask yourself...What is a Mung Bean? That questions was asked by several PARC participants and answered by Peoria County Master Gardeners as part of the PARC Enabling Garden education series. goto/08mung personal 2008-04-27T00:00:00-05:00 04/27/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08craig PARC invites you to get into the rhythm of the Latin beat at this year's Benefit Auction. "Partido para PARC!" as you listen to The Craig Russo Latin Jazz Project perform live at the 2008 PARC Benefit Auction. goto/08craig personal 2008-04-21T00:00:00-05:00 04/21/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08aprilbergners PARC is happy to announce that we received a check for $593.77 from The Bon-Ton Stores Inc., Bergner's Grand Prairie parent corporation, as part of the March 1, 2008 Bergner's Community Days event. goto/08aprilbergners personal 2008-04-21T00:00:00-05:00 04/21/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08aprilcleanup Peoria County Master Gardeners, joined by Tazewell County Master Gardeners, PARC staff, PARC volunteers and a member of the Central Illinois Hosta Society joined forces on Thursday April 17, 2008 to spruce up PARC's enabling garden and allow it to grow and flourish. goto/08aprilcleanup personal 2008-04-18T00:00:00-05:00 04/18/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/271 Diana Stimpert was recognized in the PJStar newspaper on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 in an article by Phil Lucian entitled "Rivermen have lost their biggest fan" for her decades long committment to the team. goto/271 personal 2008-04-09T00:00:00-05:00 04/09/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08Assault April is Sexual Assualt Awareness Month and PARC is partnering with the CENTER for PREVENTION of ABUSE on Friday April 18, 2008 to offer Internet safety training. goto/08Assault personal 2008-04-07T00:00:00-05:00 04/07/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/275 On April 2, 2008 the Knights of Columbus Bishop Rosati Council # 5034 presented PARC with a check for $1,894.72. PARC wishes to thank the Bishop Rosati Council for their continued support of PARC! goto/275 personal 2008-04-04T00:00:00-06:00 04/04/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08springgarden Spring is a time to celebrate new life and growth. PARC’s Enabling Garden does just that. Thanks to the Peoria County Master Gardeners, PARC’s Enabling Garden helps participants thrive and grow through classes and gardening projects. goto/08springgarden personal 2008-03-21T00:00:00-06:00 03/21/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08bobbiesbridal Bobbie’s Bridal appeared at PARC Townline and donated not one, but 73 beautiful gowns fit for a princess for upcoming Senior Prom event. goto/08bobbiesbridal personal 2008-03-14T00:00:00-06:00 03/14/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/march08schnucks Schnucks showed their support for PARC's Enabling Garden by donating materials to the February 29, 2008 "Spider Plants" class presented by Peoria County Master Gardener Sheri Schorr. goto/march08schnucks personal 2008-03-10T00:00:00-06:00 03/10/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08seniorprom Participants in the Older Adults Program will be putting on their dancing shoes on Friday May, 16, 2008 for the PARC Senior Prom. goto/08seniorprom personal 2008-03-10T00:00:00-06:00 03/10/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2008MarchMadness Join PARC as we participate in the 2008 March Madness Experience. goto/2008MarchMadness personal 2008-03-03T00:00:00-06:00 03/03/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2008stylearticle On March 1, 2008, the Peoria Pilot Club presented the 15th Annual PARC’s In Bloom Style Show. The event proceeds go to support and enhance PARC programs and services and included a style show, luncheon, raffle, and silent auction. goto/2008stylearticle personal 2008-03-03T00:00:00-06:00 03/03/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08keynote PARC is very pleased to announce that Laura and Tom McNeal are our Keynote Speakers for the 2008 PARC Annual Awards Banquet on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at the Par-A-Dice Hotel ballroom. goto/08keynote personal 2008-03-03T00:00:00-06:00 03/03/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2008FebruaryMari On February 29, 2008, Jim Maloof/Realtor Mari Halliday presented a check for $3,300 to Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director. goto/2008FebruaryMari personal 2008-02-29T00:00:00-06:00 02/29/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08videodonation On February 12, 2008, Brad Guidi stopped by PARC's Townline facility and donated a large selection of videos to PARC's Young Adults Learning Library. goto/08videodonation personal 2008-02-12T00:00:00-06:00 02/12/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/250 The PARC Pirates participated in the Special Olympics Illinois District E Basketball Tournament on Sunday, January 27, 2008 at the Pekin Community High School. goto/250 personal 2008-01-28T00:00:00-06:00 01/28/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/jantournament The PARC Pirates will be participating in the Special Olympics Illinois District E Basketball Tournament this Sunday, January 27, 2008. goto/jantournament personal 2008-01-24T00:00:00-06:00 01/24/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08maloof On January 16, 2008, Jim Maloof/Realtor Mari Halliday presented a check from Jim Maloof / Realtor® for $500 to Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director. goto/08maloof personal 2008-01-16T00:00:00-06:00 01/16/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08lawncare On January 15, 2008 Don Shumaker, Owner of Community Lawn Care in Peoria, presented a check for $92.20 to Sibylle LaHood, Development Director for PARC. goto/08lawncare personal 2008-01-15T00:00:00-06:00 01/15/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/wishes It wasn't a Fairy God Mother or Glinda the Good Witch of the South who made a wish come true for the participants of PARC's Young Adults program. The experience was magical none-the-less when Jennifer Kolettis appeared at PARC’s Townline facility with the Learning about Our United States educational set. goto/wishes personal 2008-01-11T00:00:00-06:00 01/11/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/08bulldogs On Monday, January 7, 2008, the Peoria Academy Bulldogs Varsity Girls’ Basketball Team hosted a scrimmage match against the PARC Pirates Basketball Team. goto/08bulldogs personal 2008-01-08T00:00:00-06:00 01/08/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/239 PARC is participating in Bergner’s Community Days March 1, 2008 fundraising event. goto/239 personal 2008-01-07T00:00:00-06:00 01/07/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/07support Thank You to all those who gave so generously to PARC in 2007! goto/07support personal 2008-01-01T00:00:00-06:00 01/01/2008 http://www.parcway.org/goto/decbergners PARC is happy to announce that we received a check for $350.45 from Bergner's Grand Prairie as part of the November 10, 2007 Bergner’s Community Day fund-raising event. This money was donated by Bergner’s to PARC in addition to the funds PARC raised through selling the Bergner’s Community Day coupon booklets. goto/decbergners personal 2007-12-31T00:00:00-06:00 12/31/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2007boxingday Celebrate Boxing Day and be a champion for PARC by purchasing something for PARC from our PARC Wish List, giving a PARC Presence, volunteering with PARC, or donating your unwanted gift items. goto/2007boxingday personal 2007-12-26T00:00:00-06:00 12/26/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/07santashelpers Here at PARC the spirit of Christmas has made believers out of all of us. goto/07santashelpers personal 2007-12-26T00:00:00-06:00 12/26/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2007stclement The Knights of Columbus St. Clement Council presented PARC with a $1,007.50 check. goto/2007stclement personal 2007-12-21T00:00:00-06:00 12/21/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2007challenge Become a part of PARADE Magazine’s America’s Giving Challenge in partnership with the Case Foundation. goto/2007challenge personal 2007-12-17T00:00:00-06:00 12/17/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/dec2007news goto/dec2007news personal 2007-12-17T00:00:00-06:00 12/17/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/twice Learn how you can give a gift that gives twice with iGive.com. goto/twice personal 2007-12-14T00:00:00-06:00 12/14/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2007tis goto/2007tis personal 2007-12-14T00:00:00-06:00 12/14/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/2007samsclubcheck PARC receives $1,000 from SAM's CLUB. goto/2007samsclubcheck personal 2007-12-13T00:00:00-06:00 12/13/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/229 Are you strapped for time with all the holiday festivities? Making a donation to PARC is so easy, simply visit www.PARCway.org or contact Sibylle LaHood at (309) 689-3608. There are many ways you can give to PARC and make a difference in the lives of others this holiday season. goto/229 personal 2007-12-07T00:00:00-06:00 12/07/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/07presence This Holiday Season, you can make your presence felt at PARC by making a donation in someone’s name to support our mission. A PARC Presence is the perfect gift for anyone on your holiday shopping list, especially that “hard to buy for” person! By giving a PARC Presence, you make a positive difference in our community by supporting PARC’s mission to provide choices for a quality life to individuals with developmental disabilities. goto/07presence personal 2007-12-06T00:00:00-06:00 12/06/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/DecGoodSearch MARK your calendars for December 11, 2007 to support PARC just by searching the Internet! PARC is honored to be selected by GoodSearch as their Charity of the Day for December 11, 2007. goto/DecGoodSearch personal 2007-12-05T00:00:00-06:00 12/05/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/AmexDouble Do your part to make this Holiday Season even brighter and earn double Membership Rewards points when you give to PARC with your American Express Card. goto/AmexDouble personal 2007-11-29T00:00:00-06:00 11/29/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/shopforparc Each time you buys goods online from participating retailers via the PARC website, a portion of that purchase will be donated to PARC. goto/shopforparc personal 2007-11-29T00:00:00-06:00 11/29/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/224 We've practiced, we've anticipated, and now the moment we have all been waiting for has arrrived (drum roll please)... the 2007 PARC Pirates Basketball schedule has been announced! goto/224 personal 2007-11-26T00:00:00-06:00 11/26/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/givestock The main benefit of selling appreciated stock is that the donor has the opportunity to save 15 percent in capital-gains tax on the amount by which their stock appreciated. This savings is on top of the deduction they receive for the actual donation of stock or cash. goto/givestock personal 2007-11-21T00:00:00-06:00 11/21/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/07olympics Participation in Special Olympics events empowers athletes to improve their physical fitness and motor skills. They grow mentally, socially, and spiritually through the sports training and competition. goto/07olympics personal 2007-11-19T00:00:00-06:00 11/19/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/07perry Congratulations go out to Stephanie for her most recent achievement, becoming an Area 6 Special Olympics Illinois Advanced Global Messenger. goto/07perry personal 2007-11-19T00:00:00-06:00 11/19/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/ChillicotheUnitedWay07 PARC wishes to thank the Chillicothe Township United Way for designating PARC as the recipient of $500.00. goto/ChillicotheUnitedWay07 personal 2007-11-19T00:00:00-06:00 11/19/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/07autumn As you celebrate the autumn season and give thanks this holiday, you can send a greeting to loved ones and show support of PARC. goto/07autumn personal 2007-11-16T00:00:00-06:00 11/16/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/219 You have all heard the saying that to empathize with someone you need to take a walk in their shoes. This October, many ambulatory individuals spurred to action by National Disability Month , did just that. goto/219 personal 2007-11-16T00:00:00-06:00 11/16/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/07givingtree Spread some holiday cheer by purchasing a gift for a child or adult served by PARC. goto/07givingtree personal 2007-11-13T00:00:00-06:00 11/13/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/07gear On November 9, 2007 Linda Davis, Community Involvement Coordinator for Wal-Mart Supercenter on Allen Road, presented a check for $1,500 to Tammy Bart of PARC. goto/07gear personal 2007-11-11T00:00:00-06:00 11/11/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/07deck On Saturday, November 3, 2007 the men of Bradley University’s Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity showed their continued commitment to individuals with developmental disabilities by building a wheelchair accessible deck and ramp at PARC’s Laramie Group Home in Peoria. goto/07deck personal 2007-11-05T00:00:00-06:00 11/05/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/210 The staff at PARC’s Townline facility was treated to parade of super heroes, cuddly creatures, clowns, and spooky characters as the participants of PARC’s EI (Early Intervention) program and their families celebrated Halloween. goto/210 personal 2007-10-31T00:00:00-06:00 10/31/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/214 During two outings in October, PARC participants visited the Apple Blossom Farm on Route 91, just north of Grand Prairie Mall in Peoria. As part of PARC’s Day Program activities, participants had the opportunity to sample treats from the Blossom Bakery, visit the Petting Zoo and Goat Skywalk, and enjoy the great outdoors. goto/214 personal 2007-10-31T00:00:00-06:00 10/31/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/209 Thanks to the volunteers, PARC staff, and support organizations that gave so generously of their time, energy, and resources, the 2007 Arts in the PARC Benefit Auction was a great success! goto/209 personal 2007-10-03T00:00:00-05:00 10/03/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/201 Twice a year, Bergner's hosts a Community Day event on Saturday, November 10, 2007 to raise money for organizations like PARC. It's a day of shopping and fun, and a great opportunity for PARC to raise much-needed funds! goto/201 personal 2007-10-01T00:00:00-05:00 10/01/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/208 This year's National Disability Employment Awareness Month theme is "Workers with Disabilities: Talent for a Winning Team." PARC’s Employment Services program has served the training and employment needs of individuals with developmental disabilities in the Peoria area for over 20 years by providing prescreened, skilled and highly motivated employees who become valuable members in the workplace. goto/208 personal 2007-10-01T00:00:00-05:00 10/01/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/207 Thanks to recent donations by Dynavox Technologies, OSF St. Francis Hospital, Pilot Club of Peoria, Push America, and Retro-Tech Electronics, PATS (PARC Assistive Technology Services) is able to positively impact the quality of life of PARC participants. goto/207 personal 2007-09-24T00:00:00-05:00 09/24/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/wmbd An interview with Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director, aired on WMBD31 at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 21, 2007 goto/wmbd personal 2007-09-21T00:00:00-05:00 09/21/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/Simulcast The 2007 Heart of Illinois United Way Simulcast aired on Monday, September 10, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. goto/Simulcast personal 2007-09-11T00:00:00-05:00 09/11/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/Day As a HOIUW member agency, PARC was able to benefit from this Day of Caring. We are grateful to the many volunteers from the Wal-Mart Supercenter on Allen Road and Townline who donated their time and energy to paint classrooms at PARC's Townline facility. goto/Day personal 2007-09-10T00:00:00-05:00 09/10/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/Society Be sure to read the September/October issue of art and Society magazine. You will find a wonderful full page spread on PARC's 2007 Awards Banquet on page 54. goto/Society personal 2007-09-07T00:00:00-05:00 09/07/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/204 The PARC Foundation Board is proud to announce that Elizabeth Smarjesse was elected Board Chair on Tuesday, August 28, 2007 at the Annual Meeting. Jeannine McAllister was elected Secretary/Treasurer. PARC is grateful to these caring individuals for their dedication and service to PARC. goto/204 personal 2007-08-29T00:00:00-05:00 08/29/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/194 The 2007 Heart of Illinois United Way Simulcast is set to broadcast on Monday, September 10, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. goto/194 personal 2007-08-27T00:00:00-05:00 08/27/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/199 PARC athletes participated in bowling for Special Olympics Illinois Heartland Area Games held at Landmark Bowling Center on Saturday, August 25, 2007. goto/199 personal 2007-08-27T00:00:00-05:00 08/27/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/197 Yes, wishes really do come true. PARC received a picture perfect donation from Ken Pflederer. goto/197 personal 2007-08-22T00:00:00-05:00 08/22/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/Showcased Visit www.PARCway.org to view our new rotating listing of our annual sponsors and event support sponsors. goto/Showcased personal 2007-08-21T00:00:00-05:00 08/21/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/193 The Klaus Companies and Logitech have made a wish come true for PARC with the donation of a Logitech 2.4 GHz Cordless Presenter goto/193 personal 2007-08-21T00:00:00-05:00 08/21/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/195 The rain stopped and the sun shone through just long enough so that PARC participants and members of the Order of Alhambra Ziryab Caravan #52 could enjoy a day at the ballpark. goto/195 personal 2007-08-20T00:00:00-05:00 08/20/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/198 Residents at PARC's Marlene Group home feels a bit like paradise with new furnishings courtesy Par-A-Dice Hotel. goto/198 personal 2007-08-12T00:00:00-05:00 08/12/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/Penny A Big Thank You to all those who made “deposits” to Pennies for PARC!Sunday, July 29, 2007 PARC participants from Laramie Group Home and Millbrook Group Home held a Pennies for PARC fundraiser at SAM’S CLUB in Peoria. goto/Penny personal 2007-07-30T00:00:00-05:00 07/30/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/Growing PARC's Parties for PARC program is in answer to this growing trend of directing loved ones to donate to a cause instead of adding to clutter. goto/Growing personal 2007-07-27T00:00:00-05:00 07/27/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/Fired On Tuesday, July 24, 2007 PARC participants found an outlet for their creativity when they visited Fired Up pottery studio. goto/Fired personal 2007-07-25T00:00:00-05:00 07/25/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/185 On Monday, July 16, 2007, Leslie Schultz presented checks totalling $513.00 to PARC. goto/185 personal 2007-07-16T00:00:00-05:00 07/16/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/gardenparty A volunteer recognition brunch sponsored by the Peoria Master Gardeners was held on Friday, June 22, 2007. goto/gardenparty personal 2007-06-25T00:00:00-05:00 06/25/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/PARC50th On June 7th, PARC (Peoria Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc.) held its 50th Annual Awards Banquet. The celebration gave PARC an opportunity to recognize and honor the many members of the community whose dedication and hard work enable PARC to offer choices for a quality life to individuals with developmental disabilities. goto/PARC50th personal 2007-06-08T00:00:00-05:00 06/08/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/174 A new twist on a Party for PARC! goto/174 personal 2007-05-21T00:00:00-05:00 05/21/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/162 PARC is very pleased to announce that Greg DePauw is our Keynote Speaker for the 2007 PARC Annual Awards Banquet. goto/162 personal 2007-04-09T00:00:00-05:00 04/09/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/161 On Saturday, March 31, 2007 the men of Bradley University’s Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity showed their commitment to individuals with developmental disabilities by building a wheelchair accessible deck and ramp at PARC’s Vonachen Group Home in East Peoria. goto/161 personal 2007-04-03T00:00:00-05:00 04/03/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/160 The radio station is donating air time to promote awareness for the event and for PARC and our mission to offer choices for a quality life to individuals with developmental disabilities. goto/160 personal 2007-04-02T00:00:00-05:00 04/02/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/115 It's no blarney, fun was had by all who attended the SPEC St. Patricks celebration. goto/115 personal 2007-03-19T00:00:00-06:00 03/19/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/108 The Dunlap Special Education Parent Support Group invites all parents of special needs children to a community information fair. goto/108 personal 2007-03-14T00:00:00-06:00 03/14/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/111 On March 14, 2007 Jim Moroz, Grand Knight, and Greg Bogner, Deputy Grand Knight, of the St. Edwards Knights of Columbus Council #8020 presented Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director, with a check for $350.00. goto/111 personal 2007-03-14T00:00:00-06:00 03/14/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/107 The "Weekend Of Giving" has now been extended throughout the entire theatrical release of The Ultimate Gift. goto/107 personal 2007-03-12T00:00:00-06:00 03/12/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/110 On Thursday, April 19, 2007 form 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PARC participants will get active and get involved in a spring cleanup project. goto/110 personal 2007-03-12T00:00:00-06:00 03/12/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/109 PARC is hosting a St. Patrick's Day Dance, sponsored by SPEC (Special Persons Encounter Christ) on March 15, 2007. goto/109 personal 2007-03-11T00:00:00-06:00 03/11/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/104 Everyone is invited to take part in the Take Me Out To The BallPARC event to benefit PARC. goto/104 personal 2007-03-08T00:00:00-06:00 03/08/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/105 The PARC Pirates have been invited to play basketball at the "March Madness Access Experience." The event, designed to make basketball accessible to everyone. goto/105 personal 2007-03-08T00:00:00-06:00 03/08/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/103 PARC extends our heartfelt thanks to all those who participated in the “Bowling Party for PARC” held on Saturday, March 3, 2007. goto/103 personal 2007-03-03T00:00:00-06:00 03/03/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/102 Throught the March 9th "Weekend of Giving," $1.00 of every ticket purchased for The Ultimate Gift will be donated to PARC thanks to a partnership with the Fox Film Fund. goto/102 personal 2007-03-02T00:00:00-06:00 03/02/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/87 Several PARC employees celebrated 17 or more years of service to our agency in the months of January through March 2007. We are fortunate to have such a dedicated staff! goto/87 personal 2007-03-01T00:00:00-06:00 03/01/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/84 Community Lawn Care is a locally owned professional lawn care service whose owners have over 100 years combined experience. They provide lawn care services that are custom-designed for turf grasses in the Peoria area. 10% of every dollar you spend with Community Lawn Care goes to PARC! goto/84 personal 2007-02-16T00:00:00-06:00 02/16/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/71 On February 7, 2007 The Caterpillar Excellence Achievement Banner for 2006 was presented to PARCWorks. This is a coveted award that is based on excellence in performance. goto/71 personal 2007-02-07T00:00:00-06:00 02/07/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/83 The 2006 PARC ‘N’ PLAY Super Cruise-In was held on Saturday, September 16, 2006 at the Wal-Mart Supercenter on Allen Road. The event was held to provide activities funding for PARC programs. Wal-Mart Supercenter on Allen Road in Peoria and the Midwest Car Cruisers Club wer cosponsors of the event. goto/83 personal 2007-01-12T00:00:00-06:00 01/12/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/116 Mari Halliday presented a check for $500 to Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director, on January 5, 2007. goto/116 personal 2007-01-05T00:00:00-06:00 01/05/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/117 Jim Maloof/Realtor donates $500 to PARC. goto/117 personal 2007-01-05T00:00:00-06:00 01/05/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/106 PARC (Peoria Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc.) 1913 W. Townline Road, Peoria is hosting the seminar "Promoting Healthy Sexuality in Persons with Developmental Disabilities" on Saturday, February 24, 2007. goto/106 personal 2007-01-01T00:00:00-06:00 01/01/2007 http://www.parcway.org/goto/76 THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Thank you to all who participated in the 2006 Arts in the Parc auction benefit and made it an astounding success! The support for Parc expressed through this act of giving is greatly appreciated. goto/76 personal 2006-12-22T00:00:00-06:00 12/22/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/77 Like everyone, I look forward to the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holiday seasons. Spending time with family and friends this time of year is something we all enjoy. goto/77 personal 2006-12-22T00:00:00-06:00 12/22/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/78 This time of year brings to mind an age old question: Is He Real? Well, this year I decided to do some Internet research to find out the truth about Santa. I discovered that the United States Government tracks Santa’s movements with NORAD (the United State’s North American Air Defense) radar. goto/78 personal 2006-12-22T00:00:00-06:00 12/22/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/113 On Thursday, December 21, 2006 Roy Ricketts, President/CEO of PARC, was presented with a check for $2,000 from the Spalding Council #427 of the Knights of Columbus. goto/113 personal 2006-12-21T00:00:00-06:00 12/21/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/89 On Friday, December 15, 2006 a memorial was held in honor of Walter Waite. goto/89 personal 2006-12-15T00:00:00-06:00 12/15/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/88 PARC’s Respite held their annual Holiday Party on December 12, 2006. goto/88 personal 2006-12-12T00:00:00-06:00 12/12/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/112 On December 12, 2006, Mike Motyl of the St. Clement Council #12407 of the Knights of Columbus presented a $1,251.62 check for PARC’s Early Intervention program to Sibylle LaHood, PARC Development Director. goto/112 personal 2006-12-12T00:00:00-06:00 12/12/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/72 On September 8, 2006 at the Illinois Master Gardeners annual convention in Moline, Illinois, Parc staff and volunteers were presented with the 2006 Illinois Master Gardener Teamwork Award for their achievements in the Parc Enabling Garden program. goto/72 personal 2006-11-10T00:00:00-06:00 11/10/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/85 Parc wishes to thank the Chillicothe Township United Way for designating Parc as the recipient of $1,500.00. These United Way dollars enable us to enhance and strengthen our programs and services. goto/85 personal 2006-11-07T00:00:00-06:00 11/07/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/74 The Heart of Illinois United Way held its 2006 Day of Caring on Friday, September 8th. The Day of Caring brings together volunteers from area businesses to perform a variety of task for HOIUW member agencies in need of assistance. goto/74 personal 2006-10-22T00:00:00-05:00 10/22/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/73 Thank you to members of the Ivy Club for their contribution of dredged soil from the Illinois River for use in Parc’s Enabling Garden. goto/73 personal 2006-10-01T00:00:00-05:00 10/01/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/90 Ken Hall, PARC Works participant and resident in PARC's Community Living services, was recognized for his 13 years of employment at Taco Bell in Peoria. goto/90 personal 2006-09-15T00:00:00-05:00 09/15/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/93 On Wednesday, July 26, 2006, the Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino hosted the Women’s Professional Billiards Association (WBPA) Pro-Am benefiting PARC. Local businesspeople faced off beside the top women’s professional billiards players in the world. goto/93 personal 2006-08-09T00:00:00-05:00 08/09/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/95 The Peoria Ballet dance therapy class has been making Parc participants feel light on their feet since 2002. goto/95 personal 2006-07-03T00:00:00-05:00 07/03/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/91 The Heart of Illinois United Way has shown continued support to PARC. PARC received $73,900 from the Heart of Illinois United Way for two of its programs, Early Intervention Services for strengthening families and Community Living Services for building self-reliance. goto/91 personal 2006-06-01T00:00:00-05:00 06/01/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/92 Kathy Trowbridge, Executive Director of VSA Arts of Illinois, has been volunteering at PARC for almost as long as she can remember. goto/92 personal 2006-06-01T00:00:00-05:00 06/01/2006 http://www.parcway.org/goto/58 Parc is pleased to have accepted the "Making a Difference" training award presented by the American Red Corss Central Illinois Chapter on Friday, March 3, 2006 at the Life-Savers Luncheon. goto/58 personal 2006-03-03T00:00:00-06:00 03/03/2006