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For  Now, I KNOW Differently 

July 25, 2022 By Carissa Garabedian

This site has been a place of comfort, sharing , learning and connecting. All things that I feel describe me as a person.

My goal when I started KNOWDifferent was to create a safe place for caregivers, parents and all that live with a special needs individual. I wanted to be able to offer resources and to share some personal stories to create a feeling of inclusivity.  I think the site succeeded in most of that.  

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SAVE THE DATE CHIPS 4 A CHANCE OCTOBER 1, 2022

May 30, 2022 By Carissa Garabedian

SAVE THE DATE
CHIPS 4 A CHANCE

OCTOBER 1, 2022
Our biggest fundraising event of the year is back! This night is an amazing evening filled with casino games, live music, food and drinks! More info to come!
Just mark your calendar NOW!
You will not want to miss THE BEST gala in town!

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ASCV Member Outing with Flying Squirrels

May 25, 2022 By Carissa Garabedian


ASCV Members are invited to join us for an evening at The Diamond on Saturday, June 25th at 6:05pm!! Grab your family, and come cheer for the Richmond Flying Squirrels as they take on the Portland Sea Dogs. A spectacular fireworks show will take place directly following the game. Registration is now open – ASCV Members, see today’s Member Program Registration Email to register!

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ASCV Summer Camp

May 24, 2022 By Carissa Garabedian

 

REGISTER TODAY for ASCV Summer Camp 2022!
Our ASCV Summer Camp registration is NOW OPEN! We are excited to host FOUR weeks of in-person summer camp, offering engaging and interactive opportunities for a variety of ages.

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Summer Family Fest Jacob’s Chance – July 30, 2022

May 24, 2022 By Carissa Garabedian

Summer Family Fest
We hope you can join us on July 30th as we celebrate the summertime, family, and friends!

Register here to purchase advanced tickets, or to volunteer!

 

 Wave Riders Surf Camp 2022- Jacob’s Chance

May 24, 2022 By Carissa Garabedian

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 Wave Riders Surf Camp 2022

Wave Riders Surf Camp with Jacob’s Chance offers multiple opportunities throughout the summer to give youth and young adults with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities the chance to surf with qualified instructors.

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Summer Family Fest – Jacob’s Chance July 30

May 20, 2022 By Carissa Garabedian

 

Summer Family Fest

Although we were bummed the Spring Family Fest was rained out this past weekend, we’re looking forward to our rescheduled date of July 30th! Hope to see you there!

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$upport Jacob’s Chance on Saturday, May 14th beginning at noon!

May 11, 2022 By Carissa Garabedian

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

$upport Jacob’s Chance on Saturday, May 14th beginning at noon!

Center of the Universe brew company is having their annual Summer Moon Festival!
Local bands battle it out to raise money for their favorite charity. Our good friends, The Crain Brothers chose us as their favorite group to support!

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Max’s Positive Vibe Cafe Rock The Block!! Music, Food, Fun!!

May 9, 2022 By Carissa Garabedian

Max’s Positive Vibe Cafe

Rock The Block!! Music, Food, Fun!!
Sunday, June 5th noon – 6pm at 2825 Hathaway Road outside Natalie’s Taste of Lebanon
Kick-off Summer right with us at our 18th Annual Vibefest!! Catch the Vibe with bands like The Taters, Tin Can Fish Band, The Hullabaloos, The Cary Street Ramblers, The Sweet Potatoes, Zoe Macgill, and more!
Food and beverages will be provided by our friends at Natalie’s Taste of Lebanon now open in our old café location.
As always, a $10 donation gets you in the door, and all proceeds go to support The Positive Vibe Foundation’s Training Program.
Come rock the block with us for the 18th year at Vibefest ’22!
https://positiveviberva.com/event/february-fun-with-the-thrifty-quaker/

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Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) FREE Workshop

May 4, 2022 By Carissa Garabedian

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) FREE Workshop

Understanding ACEs
Thursday, May 19, 2022
from 10 am to 12 noon (virtual)

The “Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)” workshop is a dynamic, interactive virtual workshop that teaches participants about how our brains work, how negative childhood experiences affect us and how to identify and prevent ACEs. The workshop also shares strategies participants can use to build resilience and live a happier, more fulfilling life. FREE but you must register. Hosted by Be Well VA and your local CSB.

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