Adaptive Dance with Jaymie Bianca
2021-11-16 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Join us for a virtual adaptive dance class with Jaymie Bianca. Jaymie will be teaching us a short routine so that we can get moving, feel the music, and have fun together!
Join us using this Zoom link

TOgether in the Triangle
2021-11-11 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | NC
After months of posting about #AccessibleTriangle locations to go explore, we are excited to host our first in-person meet-up in the Triangle area! Join us as we adventure TOgether in the Triangle!
Mark your calendars for November 11, 2:00pm-4:00pm. All are welcome to meet-up with us at Pullen Park. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends and gather with old buddies in community. We will have an opportunity to journey together on the trail/sidewalk and/or play some games and sing some songs.
To RSVP, click HERE.
COVID-19 Policy: While we are glad to be meeting outdoors, we will continue to be conscious of protecting the most vulnerable among us. For the safety of everyone gathering, we encourage everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated. We are requiring each person to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test within the last 72 hours to attend (proof of Covid-19 vaccination means 1 dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or 2 doses of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine). Please bring documentation of Covid-19 vaccination or negative test results with you to the event. Masks are strongly recommended when attendees are unable to socially distance. If you are sick (experiencing a sore throat, fever, loss of taste or smell, and/or runny nose), or any member of your household is sick, please stay home. While we are glad to be meeting outdoors, we will continue to be conscious of protecting the most vulnerable among us. For the safety of everyone gathering, we encourage everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated. We are requiring each person to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test within the last 72 hours to attend (proof of Covid-19 vaccination means 1 dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or 2 doses of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine). Please bring documentation of Covid-19 vaccination or negative test results with you to the event. Masks are strongly recommended when attendees are unable to socially distance. If you are sick (experiencing a sore throat, fever, loss of taste or smell, and/or runny nose), or any member of your household is sick, please stay home.
For more information, email info@larchenc.org

Painting Pumpkins & Decorating Cookies with St. Francis of Assisi Church
2021-10-29 10:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | NC
You can join us by Zoom or attend in person. Registration is required in advance for attending in person.
Click here to RSVP to join by Zoom.
Click here to RSVP to join us in person at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Raleigh.
For those in the Triangle area who wish to attend virtually, we can deliver supplies to you on Thursday, October 28th. If you are located elsewhere and would like to join, we’ve included a suggested supplies list below:
For pumpkin activity:
1. Small pumpkin(s) to paint
2. Paint
3. Paintbrush
4. Cup of water to clean brush
For cooking decorating activity:
1. Sugar cookies in the shape of a pumpkin or other Fall shapes
2. Icing
3. butter knife or spoon to spread icing

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Masks that cover the nose and mouth will be required when indoors unless someone is briefly eating or drinking. If you or someone who wishes to attend cannot tolerate mask use, please consider participating virtually. For the safety of all, anyone who is not vaccinated must be capable of tolerating consistent mask use when indoors, regardless of their negative Covid-19 test result. If you are sick (experiencing a sore throat, fever, loss of taste or smell, and/or runny nose), or any member of your household is sick, please stay home.

We will have a Zoom/hybrid option for those who would like to participate virtually.

We will require registration ahead of time.

When possible, please maintain a social distance of three feet or more.

We ask that everyone use the hand sanitizer located at each entrance.

The doors to the gathering space will be left open at all times to increase airflow and ventilation.

During the event, we will have a break with refreshments (all individually wrapped). This will take place outside. Masks are not required for outdoor gatherings.

If you or someone who wishes to participate are at a higher risk for complications from Covid-19, we ask that you use your best judgment to determine how you participate. Neither L’Arche NC nor St. Francis of Assisi Church can guarantee perfect mask-use or perfect adherence to infection control protocols by all participants.

Cooking with Community
2021-10-21 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Kyla and Laura are back in the kitchen this month for another “Cooking with Community.”
Everyone is welcome to join as we prepare a spooktacular dessert!
We will be making GRAVEYARD DIRT PUDDING CUPS.

Gather the ingredients below and join us on Zoom on October 21 at 4pm EDT. We will make the treat together and tell some fun Halloween jokes in between the instructions. If you’d like to wear a costume or Halloween shirt, you’re welcome to come ready for festivities. You can also join the Zoom to watch and learn. You’d don’t need to have the ingredients or make the treat to participate.
Ingredients Lists:

2 (3.9 oz) packages of instant chocolate pudding mix
3-1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup butter, softened
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
8 oz. container of frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 lb. 3 oz. of family sized box of chocolate cream-filled cookies
Edible Halloween candy bones or tombstones
8-10 plastic cups/glasses to make pudding cup graveyards

(Recipe and image from Sugar Spice and Family Life)

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Y'all Belong Here: an inclusive sacred space
2021-10-20 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | NC
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 on October 20th at 2pm EST. All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome in this gathering.
October’s Theme: Patience
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

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What You Need
You are welcome to bring paper and something to draw with, if you would like to draw during the personal reflection time.

Jeopardy with Peacehaven Farm
2021-10-08 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | NC
All are invited to join and play jeopardy! This event is on Friday, October 8th from 10am-12pm EDT and is a collaboration with Peacehaven Farm.

Time: Oct 8, 2021 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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Trivia Night
2021-09-30 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Are you ready for some fun? We are hosting a Trivia Night on Thursday, September 30 at 6:00pm EDT. There will be prizes! Zoom Link.

Book Discussion
2021-09-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Learn more about L’Arche at our upcoming book discussion! This month, we will begin looking at Henri Nouwen’s book, “Adam: God’s Beloved.” Join us for one or both of the meetings on Zoom: September 16 at 12:00pm EDT (Chapters 1-4) or September 29 at 7:30pm EDT (Chapters 5-9). Click here to join (Zoom link works for both discussions).

Y'all Belong Here: an inclusive sacred space
2021-09-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Join our monthly inclusive prayer and reflection event, “Y’all Belong Here: an inclusive sacred space” on Wednesday, September 15 at 2:00pm EDT. We partner with L’Arche Atlanta for this 30-minute gathering. Click here to join.

Zumba with L'Arche NC
2021-08-19 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Join us for an inclusive Zumba dance session!
Our instructor, LaTonya Penny, will provide a mix of standing low impact and chair Zumba.
All are welcome to attend this FREE virtual event. Invite a friend!
Click here for Zoom link.

Y'All Belong Here: an inclusive sacred space
2021-08-18 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Online: Zoom
All are welcome to join us for a 30ish-minute interfaith virtual prayer service (on Zoom) on the third Wednesday of every month. This inclusive gathering is hosted by L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina. We’ll lead some reflections, and look forward to hearing your thoughts as well as we explore common themes that unite us together (like hope, peace, joy, gratitude, forgiveness, compassion, etc.).
The theme for August is GRATITUDE.
Click here to join the Zoom.

Cooking with Community
2021-08-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Online: Zoom
Join us for another Cooking with Community virtual event. Our Executive Director, Laura, and her friend, Kyla, will lead us in making Fiesta Pinwheels. This recipe is great for a light lunch, a snack, or a perfect appetizer for a party. This event is free and all are welcome. No oven or stove is needed.
Ingredients list:

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup picante sauce
1/2 cup sour cream
Dash garlic powder
2 cans (4-1/2 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
8 flour tortillas (10 inches)
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
Salsa
2 tablespoons taco seasoning

Optional add-ins:

cilantro
peppers
lime

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Open Mic Night
2021-07-22 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Online: Zoom
Best Buddies North Carolina and L’Arche North Carolina are partnering for an Open Mic Night! Come ready to share your talent with the group (or just join us to watch the fun.) Each performer will have three minutes. All welcome to join in the fun!

Register in advance for this community gathering: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tdO2vrT8rEtDR5HRMoRqbgKYN1xLIXM22

Y'all Belong Here: an inclusive sacred space
2021-07-21 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | NC
All are welcome to join us for a 30ish-minute interfaith virtual prayer service on the third Wednesday, of every month. This inclusive gathering is hosted by L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina. We’ll lead some reflections and look forward to hearing your thoughts as well as we explore the common themes that unite us together (like hope, peace, joy, gratitude, forgiveness, compassion, etc.).
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Accessible Yoga
2021-07-13 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | NC
All are welcome to join us for this inclusive and accessible yoga session. Take a break during your day and join with friends from L’Arche North Carolina (USA) and L’Arche Fredericton (Canada).

We are grateful to Sarah Henderson for leading this inclusive and accessible yoga session.

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commUNITY karaoke - Summer Fun!
2021-06-24 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Join L’Arche Frederick, L’Arche Long Island, and L’Arche North Carolina for a fun-filled musical evening on Zoom!
The theme for the evening is SUMMER BEACH FUN. For fun, you’re welcome to come in your favorite Hawaiian shirt, beach hat, and/or sunglasses! All are welcome to attend this Solidarity Social. We ask that participants attend with any supports needed so that all might engage fully. If there are any accommodations that we might offer, please email info@larchenc.org.

Y'all Belong Here: an inclusive sacred space
2021-06-16 14:00 - 14:40 (America/New_York) | NC
All are welcome to join us for a 40-minute interfaith virtual prayer service on Wednesday, June 16 at 2pm EST. This inclusive gathering is hosted by L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina. We’ll lead some reflections, and look forward to hearing your thoughts as well as we explore the theme of PEACE together.

Click here for Zoom link.

Cooking with Community - June 6 @ 3pm
2021-06-06 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Online cooking class meets community gathering!
Join our Community Leader, Laura Steed Lorino, and her neighbor Kyla for a Zoom cooking class. No ovens or cooking experience needed. We will be making peanut butter power balls! Gather the ingredients below and join us Zoom. We will all make them together. Or, simply join us on the Zoom for fun, laughter, and community.
Click here for Zoom link.

Ingredients List:
1-1/2 cup quick oats
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup mini milk chocolate chips*
1/4 cup mini m&m’s*
dash vanilla
*Can use 1/2 cup dark mini chocolate chips instead of 1/4 cup milk chocolate and 1/4 m&m’s for a healthier snack.

Y'All Belong Here: An Inclusive Sacred Space (on Zoom)
2021-05-19 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | NC
All are welcome to join us for a 30-minute interfaith virtual prayer service on Wednesday, May 19 at 2pm EST. This inclusive gathering is hosted by L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina. We’ll lead some reflections, and look forward to hearing your thoughts as well as we explore hopefulness together.
All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome in this gathering.
May 19 Zoom link:
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May the FOURTH Be With You: CommUNITY Karaoke Event
2021-05-04 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | NC
Join us for a fun-filled musical evening on Zoom.
We are partnering with L’Arche Frederick and L’Arche Long Island for a Solidarity Social of fun, laughter, and music!
Click here to register for this Zoom event.
The theme for the evening is STAR WARS — for fun, come in your favorite Star Wars or space attire.
All are welcome to attend! Come and make new friends and gather with the community.
Go to https://tinyurl.com/LarcheKaraoke sign up in advance to sing a song (advance sign-up is not required, but encouraged).
We ask that participants attend with any supports needed so that all might engage fully. If there are any accommodations that we might offer, please email info@larchenc.org

A Conversation about Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution
2021-04-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Join us on Monday, April 12th, at 6:00pm EDT, for a panel discussion on the award-winning documentary, Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution. Our panelists, Heather Morgan, Rahsaan Ellison-Johnson, and Theo Latiolais will share from their experiences, talk about the intersections of theology and activism, and explore ways that communities like L’Arche might learn and grow from the examples provided in the film.
All are welcome to attend. Click here to register in advance for this Zoom event:

*Image from cripcamp.com
Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution is a 2020 American documentary film directed, written, and co-produced by Nicole Newnham and James LeBrecht. Barack and Michelle Obama serve as executive producers under their Higher Ground Productions banner. Crip Camp had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 23, 2020, where it won the Audience Award. It was released on March 25, 2020, by Netflix and received acclaim from critics. It has received an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary Feature. Crip Camp also available to stream for free on YouTube, where it has over 140,000 views.
Watch the documentary for free on YouTube; Or, you can stream it on Netflix. *Please note, Crip Camp is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for “some language including sexual references.”
Meet our panelists:

Heather Morgan:
Heather Morgan is a pastor in Barrie, Ontario in Canada, an hour north of Toronto, where she is working on her master’s of divinity degree. She has two grown kids, and between them, they have seven wheelchairs. Heather has spent a lot of her life finding ways to not just survive with a disability, but to thrive, and is now working on ways of expanding those ideas in the church. In her free time, Heather likes to watch comedies on Netflix or go on runs with her husband Trevor in her racing chair.

Rahsaan Ellison-Johnson:
Rahsaan Ellison-Johnson currently serves as Associate Director of Services to Students with Disabilities at California State University, Sacramento. He received his B.A. in English with a minor in Ethnic Studies from the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA. As an undergraduate student, Rahsaan was involved with several social justice student groups and identified his career path in Student Affairs. Rahsaan received his M.A. in Education from the University of the Pacific and acquired experience in Student Affairs in his roles as a Diversity Coordinator and Safe Zone Program Assistant in Multicultural Affairs, and as a Disability Service Provider, Academic Coach, Coordinator, and Assistant Director of Services for Students with Disabilities.

Theo Latiolais:

Theo Latiolais has served as the Director of External Affairs at L’Arche USA for the past two years. His primary focus is on spreading the word and raising awareness of L’Arche in the United States. He also helps support fundraising and recruitment efforts. He grew up in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa since his mother worked for the United Nations World Food Programme. He now lives in Portland, Oregon with his extremely talkative snowshoe cat. His passions include weightlifting, biking, playing guitar, home recording, and Popeye’s chicken sandwiches.

Black Disabled Lives Matter
2020-09-07 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Online at L’Arche NC Live or Facebook
In the 2020 uprising for for black lives, disabled activists are calling us back to the narratives of black disabled people within the movement of Black Lives Matter. On September 7, as part of on-going work within the board of L’Arche North Carolina towards dismantling white supremacy and broadening our commitment to anti-racism, we will center the work, activism, and ally ship for black disabled lives in a panel discussion between Mr Kendrick Kemp and the Rev Dr. Latonya McIver Penny. Join us!

Mr Kemp is a theologian, teacher, preacher, writer, father, disability consultant, and founder of Black Liberation Theology of Disability.

Dr. LaTonya McIver Penny is a wife, mom, daughter, pastor and Executive Director that loves to love, support, advocate with and for people of all abilities.

L'Arche Prayer Night
2019-09-10 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | The Catholic Community of St. Francis of Assisi, 11401 Leesville Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27613, United States

L'Arche Prayer Night
2019-05-02 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Duke Memorial United Methodist Church, 504 W Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC, 27701, United States
Discover the spirituality of L’Arche by joining us for prayer night. We will reflect on God’s love with song, liturgy, art, and discussion. Prayer night is accessible for people with intellectual disabilities and open to anyone who wishes to learn more about L’Arche.

No RSVP is required! However, if you’d like to let us know you’re coming, visit our Facebook event, and share with your friends!
