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Social Club's mission is to provide fun, safe, and welcoming opportunities for individuals of diverse abilities to come together and enjoy all our community has to offer, foster new friendships, and develop a sense of confidence and independence in our society.
May Terrarium Workshop
Spend an evening creating a one of a kind terrarium with BotaniGal! What is a terrarium? A terrarium is a miniature indoor garden which is planted inside a glass container. This fun hands on workshop provides all the supplies in order to create a unique, colorful terrarium that will continue to flourish. Throughout the workshop we will talk about the benefits of plants, terrarium facts, and terrarium care. At the end of the workshop everyone will be able to take home their own personalized terrarium.
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June Social Club
Social clubs are for participants simultaneously attending The Life Skills & Social Studio or an Inclusive Theater Company. These events provide participants an opportunity to use their learned skills, in action, in society.
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July Social Club - EARLY Registration
Social clubs are for participants simultaneously attending The Life Skills & Social Studio or an Inclusive Theater Company. These events provide participants an opportunity to use their learned skills, in action, in society.
Why join Barrier-Free?
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Jared participates in many Barrier-Free programs and has found a wonderful group of mentors and peers to work with. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. The value of the social component of having such a wonderful opportunity to learn and grow can't be underestimated. |
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Social Club FAQ
Q: I'm new and have never attended a Barrier-Free program before, can I join a social club?
A: Social club participants must have attended another Barrier-Free program before being eligible to join social clubs. Due to the size and scale of our events, we are not able to accomodate "new-to-Barrier-Free members" for the first time at a social club.
Q: How much will Social Club cost?
A: Each Social Club outing will have a registration cost to attend based on the event. Registration covers the cost of the activity (tickets, dining, etc.), carpooling/parking, and staffing. Our staff volunteer to facilitate social clubs, but are not expected to cover their cost of attendance. Therefore, a small amount is built in to each participant's registration to cover staffing.
Q: How will Social Club outings be determined?
A: Social Club events will be based on group interest/input, community events, season, and any other pertinent factors.
Q: When will Social Club outings occur?
A: Outings will occur monthly during the evening or a weekend. Day of the week may vary.
Q: What if I am not interested in one of the Social Club outings?
A: That is okay! Participants sign-up for outings on a month-to-month basis, no long-term commitment required.
Q: Will transportation be provided?
A; Each Social Club will have a meet-up location. Transportation to the meet-up location is not provided. Carpooling is typically offered for social clubs with a 20+ minute travel time. Please indicate carpooling interest when registering.
Q: Can my family members and friends register for Social Clubs?
A; The mission of Barrier-Free's Social Club is for neurodiverse individuals to engage in society with increasing independence. When family members attend, it stifles the productive struggle and growth of our participants. For these reasons, family members are asked not to attend social clubs.
Q: I don't have a disability, can I still attend Social Clubs?
A: Barrier-Free loves our mentors that keep our programs thriving! Mentors are volunteers that identify as neurotypical who want to support our work and mission by participating in any Barrier-Free program. To become a Barrier-Free mentor visit our Volunteer page. Mentors are needed for Social Clubs, Inclusive Theater Companies, classes, and more!
A: Social club participants must have attended another Barrier-Free program before being eligible to join social clubs. Due to the size and scale of our events, we are not able to accomodate "new-to-Barrier-Free members" for the first time at a social club.
Q: How much will Social Club cost?
A: Each Social Club outing will have a registration cost to attend based on the event. Registration covers the cost of the activity (tickets, dining, etc.), carpooling/parking, and staffing. Our staff volunteer to facilitate social clubs, but are not expected to cover their cost of attendance. Therefore, a small amount is built in to each participant's registration to cover staffing.
Q: How will Social Club outings be determined?
A: Social Club events will be based on group interest/input, community events, season, and any other pertinent factors.
Q: When will Social Club outings occur?
A: Outings will occur monthly during the evening or a weekend. Day of the week may vary.
Q: What if I am not interested in one of the Social Club outings?
A: That is okay! Participants sign-up for outings on a month-to-month basis, no long-term commitment required.
Q: Will transportation be provided?
A; Each Social Club will have a meet-up location. Transportation to the meet-up location is not provided. Carpooling is typically offered for social clubs with a 20+ minute travel time. Please indicate carpooling interest when registering.
Q: Can my family members and friends register for Social Clubs?
A; The mission of Barrier-Free's Social Club is for neurodiverse individuals to engage in society with increasing independence. When family members attend, it stifles the productive struggle and growth of our participants. For these reasons, family members are asked not to attend social clubs.
Q: I don't have a disability, can I still attend Social Clubs?
A: Barrier-Free loves our mentors that keep our programs thriving! Mentors are volunteers that identify as neurotypical who want to support our work and mission by participating in any Barrier-Free program. To become a Barrier-Free mentor visit our Volunteer page. Mentors are needed for Social Clubs, Inclusive Theater Companies, classes, and more!
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7520 Main Street #103 Sykesville, MD 21784 | Email: info@barrierfreemd.com | Phone: 301-799-8669 (text preferred) | EIN: 84-2964880
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We are proud to be funded in part by a Community Arts Development Grant from the Carroll County Arts Council and the Maryland State Arts Council
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We are proud to be funded in part by an Awesome Foundation grant from the Hey Westminster project
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