Worship with L'Arche NC at CUCC in Raleigh
2023-03-19 10:30 (America/New_York) | Community United Church of Christ, Raleigh, 814 Dixie Trail, Raleigh, NC, 27607
Join us on Sunday, March 19 at 10:30am at Community United Church of Christ (814 Dixie Trail, Raleigh, NC 27607).
We are excited to share worship with our friends at CUCC on Sunday, March 19. After worship we’ll be able to get to know one another during fellowship in the Vaughan Fellowship Hall.
Our Disability & Justice Intern, Tatum Tricarico, will offer a sermon on the healing of the blind man in John 9. Tatum is a second-year student at Duke Divinity and a disability rights activist on Instagram (@blind_person_in_area). She also serves as an Advocate with the California Foundation of Independent Living Centers Youth Organizing program as well as other agencies.
Everyone is welcome to attend.

Stations of the Cross: Disability Justice
2023-03-17 19:00 - 20:30 | St. Francis of Assisi Church, 11401 Leesville Rd., Raleigh, North Carolina, 27613
At each of the fourteen stations, we will prayerfully memorialize and visualize the journey of Christ to the Cross. At the gathering, we will use reflections written by Tatum Tricarico, the Disability Justice and Theology intern at L’Arche North Carolina. L’Arche is a community that provides friendship, housing, and community for people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. These reflections will invite us to experience the stations of the Cross from a distinct Disability theology perspective. This will inform us about the joys and sorrows of the Disabled community, allow us to notice the unique ways that God is at work from a Disability perspective, and give us the opportunity to pray for God to help us move beyond the Ableism and discrimination that are often present. We will travel through these stations in solidarity with Disabled people and with a deep trust that Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection open up a sense of our own calling to live amidst the joys and sorrows of others.

*Please note a Zoom/viritual option is available on Tuesday, April 4 at 7:00pm (see calendar).

Y’all Belong Here
2023-03-15 12:30 - 13:00 | Online: Zoom
All are welcome to join L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina’s community of people with and without disabilities for our monthly 30-minute interfaith virtual prayer service on the third Wednesday of every month at 12:30pm EST. All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome at this gathering.
Each gathering is about 30 minutes and may include:

Welcome and passing of the peace/sharing hello
Something to reflect on, such as a reading or video
Individual reflection
Sharing with small group
Closing with prayers (community joys & concerns)

How to Connect
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Meeting ID: 871 7731 2701
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Meet-up at the Museum of Life and Science in Durham
2023-03-05 15:00 - 16:30 | Museum of Life and Science, 433 W Murray Ave, Durham, NC, 27704, United States
On the first Sunday of the month, we host a meet-up in the Triangle Area. These are fun, social gatherings in Raleigh and Durham. It’s a great opportunity to meet new friends and gather with community.
In March, we are going to explore the Museum of Life and Science in Durham. Join from 3:00-4:30pm.
You are responsible for your own Admission ticket to the museum. This is a Durham Community day. Durham County residents get in free with current proof of residence. All adults must have Durham residency to get in free; each adult can bring up to five children. Guests without current proof of residency will need to pay for tickets at check-in.
Click HERE to RSVP.

Crafternoon, March 1
2023-03-01 14:30 - 16:30 | The Bulla Center, 301 W Jones St, Raleigh, 27603, United States
Every month we meet at the Bulla Center (301 W. Jones Street, Raleigh) for CRAFTERNOON.
This is a fun afternoon for people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities to craft together. L’Arche NC and friends plan a crafting activity and bring all the supplies.
This month, we are weaving coasters and mini rugs. Everyone is welcome. Please sign up in advance so that we can ensure we have adequate supplies.
Sign up here to RSVP

Cooking with Community, Feb 28
2023-02-28 14:30 - 16:30 | The Bulla Center, 301 W Jones St, Raleigh, 27603, United States
You’re invited to join together with new friends and familiar faces at Cooking with Community.
Sign up here to RSVP.
What to expect during this afternoon time of food and fellowship:
1. We first gather around tables and introduce ourselves. At this time, we share what we are celebrating this week (e.g. a birthday, our sports team won, a family member visiting, a new job, etc.). We then ask a get-to-know-you question, such as “What is your favorite kind of animal?”
2. Next, we review the recipe we are making for the day. If it’s a group recipe, we break into small groups of 2-3 persons per table.
3. We create the recipe together, following the step-by-step directions (no cooking experience is needed to join us). Sometimes we make recipes that require an oven or stove, other times we make a treat or snack that does not require any kitchen appliances.
4. We eat and enjoy our newly made treat.
5. We clean up together.
6. If we finish early, we may play a game.

Fundraiser at Alpaca on 9th Street
2023-02-28 14:00 - 19:00
Support L’Arche NC while dining out in Durham! Visit Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken and 20% of your meal will support L’Arche NC!

*Only valid at the 9th Street Durham location.

Let the cashier know when checking out that you’re supporting L’Arche NC. For online orders, just enter the “L’Arche NC” with your name or a food item.

Meet our Executive Director, Laura Steed Lorino! She will be at Alpaca from 5:30pm-7:00pm.

*An opportunity to dine out and support L’Arche NC in Raleigh is coming up in May! Stay tuned!

Y'all Belong Here
2023-02-15 12:30 - 13:00 | Online: Zoom
All are welcome to join L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina’s community of people with and without disabilities for our monthly 30-minute interfaith virtual prayer service on the third Wednesday of every month at 12:30pm EST. All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome at this gathering.
Each gathering is about 30 minutes and may include:

Welcome and passing of the peace/sharing hello
Something to reflect on, such as a reading or video
Individual reflection
Sharing with small group
Closing with prayers (community joys & concerns)

How to Connect
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/ 87177312701?pwd= [REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 871 7731 2701
Passcode: [REDACTED]
One tap mobile
+13052241968,,87177312701#,,,, *456180# US
+13092053325,,87177312701#,,,, *456180# US

An inclusive and accessible space

Friendship Bingo!
2023-02-13 18:30 - 19:30
An example of a bingo card.
Join us on Zoom for Friendship Bingo! Everyone is invited. Hosted by L’Arche North Carolina & L’Arche Frederick!
We will be playing picture bingo. The images are various designs for friendship. Get a Bingo and win a giftcard.
Everyone is welcome. Please RSVP in advance to get a bingo card.
If you need a printed copy of the Bingo card mailed to you, please RSVP by February 9th. If you plan to print at home and or use your device, please RSVP by February 12.
You will be emailed or mailed your individual Bingo card like the example at left.
RSVP

Crafternoon, February 8
2023-02-08 14:30 - 16:30 | The Bulla Center, 301 W Jones St, Raleigh, 27603, United States
Every month we meet at the Bulla Center (301 W. Jones Street, Raleigh) for CRAFTERNOON.
This is a fun afternoon for people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities to craft together. L’Arche NC and friends plan a crafting activity and bring all the supplies.
This month, we are making friendship frames. Everyone is welcome. Please sign up in advance so that we can ensure we have adequate supplies.
Click here to RSVP.

Meet-up at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
2023-02-05 15:00 - 16:30 | North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones St,, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601
On the first Sunday of the month, we host a meet-up in the Triangle Area. These are fun, social gatherings in Raleigh and Durham. It’s a great opportunity to meet new friends and gather with community.

In February, we are going to explore the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. Join from 3:00-4:30pm.

Click HERE to RSVP.

Cooking with Community, January 31
2023-01-29 14:00 - 16:00
You’re invited to join together with new friends and familiar faces at Cooking with Community.
Sign up here to RSVP.
What to expect during this afternoon time of food and fellowship:
1. We first gather around tables and introduce ourselves. At this time, we share what we are celebrating this week (e.g. a birthday, our sports team won, a family member visiting, a new job, etc.). We then ask a get-to-know-you question, such as “What is your favorite kind of animal?”
2. Next, we review the recipe we are making for the day. If it’s a group recipe, we break into small groups of 2-3 persons per table.
3. We create the recipe together, following the step-by-step directions (no cooking experience needed to join us). Sometimes we make recipes that requires an oven or stove, other times we make a treat or snake that does not require any kitchen appliances.
4. We eat and enjoy our newly made treat.
5. We clean up together.
6. If we finish early, we may play a game.

friends cooking together

Cooking with Community
2022-12-27 13:00 - 15:00, 2022-11-22 13:00 - 15:00, 2022-10-25 13:00 - 15:00
Join our community of adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities on the fourth Tuesday of the month to make a new treat or snack together.
Click HERE to RSVP.

Y'All Belong Here: An Inclusive Sacred Space
2022-12-21 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-11-16 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-10-19 14:00 - 15:00
All are welcome to join L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina’s community of people with and without disabilities for our monthly interfaith virtual prayer service. All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome in this gathering. When The third Wednesday of every month at 2:00pm EST Each gathering is about 30 minutes and includes:

Welcome and passing of the peace/sharing hello
Something to reflect on, such as a reading or video
Individual reflection
Sharing with a small group
Closing with community prayers of joys and/or concerns

How to ConnectConnect via Zoom — you can download Zoom on a computer, laptop, iPad, or smartphone.
Join via Zoom
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What You NeedYou are welcome to bring paper and something to draw with, if you would like to draw during the personal reflection time.

Crafteroon
2022-12-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2022-11-09 14:00 - 16:00, 2022-10-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Edenton Street United Methodist Church, 228 W Edenton St, Raleigh, NC, 27603
Join our community of adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities on the second Wednesday of every month for a fun afternoon of crafting and friendship.
Please RSVP – fill out this form to sign up.

FUNtastic Thursdays
2022-12-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-11-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Edenton Street United Methodist Church, 228 W Edenton St, Raleigh, NC, 27603
Join our community of adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities on the first Thursday of the month for games, community fun, and more. All are welcome to the free community event.
Oct 6, and Nov 3, & Dec 1
RSVP for the October 6th gathering by October 4th: Click HERE.

Funtastic Thursday on October 6th will be BINGO. Sign up to join us in person, on Zoom!

NC Museum of Art Visit
2022-11-06 15:30 - 17:00
Join us at the NC Museum of Art for our Sunday afternoon Meet-up!
Click HERE to sign-up.
Join us on Sunday, November 6th from 3:30-5:00pm!
We will meet inside the West Building at 3:30pm and journey through the museum together 3:30-4:30pm. At 4:30pm we will conclude our tour and meet near the museum store to share about our favorite exhibit.

All are welcome to join. The NC Museum of Art is free to visit. Check out the Accessibility page on the Museum website to learn more.

Disability & Employment: a panel discussion
2022-11-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Online: Zoom
Following the National Disability Employment Awareness Month theme, “Disability is part of the equity equation,” L’Arche North Carolina will host a panel event, “Disability & Employment,” on November 3 at 6:30pm EST.
This panel will discuss the reality (both positive and negative) of Disabled people’s experiences with employment. After a brief overview of the history and accessibility of the workforce, we will hear stories from Disabled people sharing about their jobs and careers. Together we will explore and dream of ways that businesses and organizations can be more inclusive.

Four Week Book Discussion
2022-11-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-10-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-10-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-10-13 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for our next Book Discussion.
This will be a four-week group meeting on Thursdays at 12pm EST. Click here to join us on Zoom!
Bring your lunch (or breakfast if you’re on the West Coast).

Read this interview with the author.

Spooky Cookie Fun
2022-10-28 10:00 - 12:30
Join us at St. Francis of Assisi Church (SFA) in Raleigh for Cooking with Community for the Community. Together with staff from SFA, we’ll bake cookies for Families & Communities Rising’s Head Start and Early Head Start Programs at their Fall Festival. All bakers are welcome!
Don’t worry, while the cookies cool, we’ll also decorate some festive cookies to enjoy together, YUM!
Join us from 10:00am-12:30pm on Friday, October 28th.
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For questions or more information, email Laura Steed Lorino, LauraSL@larchenc.org
