September 2018 Events and Reminders - The Shack Neighborhood House

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September 2018 Events and Reminders - The Shack Neighborhood House
September 2018
                                                Events and Reminders
                                                (304) 599-5466

                                                537 Blue Horizon Dr, Pursglove WV 26546

                                                https://www.the-shack.org/

                           Dear friends of The Shack,

Thank you all sincerely for your support and smiles you bring to our community.
In my short time as Executive Director with The Shack, one thing that stands out
  above and beyond all else is heart! Each person I have met cares deeply and
genuinely for the children and families we serve. I have such a deep appreciation
 for each and every one of The Shack’s dedicated and hard working volunteers
  and staff, and I know there is no greater reward than the opportunity to work
with passionate volunteers in an outstanding organization. We welcome fall with
great and supportive programming, good spirits, and hardworking hands. Read
                  more for the good news and wishing you well.

                                   Sincerely,

                       Tia Lasporgara, Executive Director

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September 2018 Events and Reminders - The Shack Neighborhood House
Events
                                                         ● September 24 - Community Baby
Upcoming Shack Events                                      Shower
  ● September 5 - Welcome
                                                     School Closings/Reminders
    Wednesday at Mylan
  ● September 8 - Father’s Hand WVU                      ● September 3 - Labor Day; All
    Football Event                                         Schools and The Shack Closed
  ● September 9 - Start of Happy                         ● September 17 - No School for
    School                                                 Students; The Shack is Open; No
  ● September 10 - Start of Play Group                     Play Group
  ● September 14 - Start of Respite                      ● September 24 - No Play Group
  ● September 21 - Family Fun Night

Staff Updates
In August, The Shack welcomed our new Americorps volunteers,
Americorps VISTA, and MS Intern to the staff. Get to know them below!

Vicki Cooper, MSW Intern
                 Hi everyone! My name is Vicki Cooper. I am a Master's of Social Work student with a
                 bachelor's degree in Women's and Gender Studies from WVU. I'm from Charleston,
                 WV but have been in Morgantown for 5 years now. I am a cat mom to two and a
                 passionate lover of tattoos, cartoons, and video games. All that you really need to
                 know about me is that I want to serve my community and help others
                 whenever I can. I look forward to this coming year!

                                                 Alayna Fuller, AmeriCorps
     I am Alayna Fuller a Senior at WVU. I am a member of AmeriCorps. Currently I am
   volunteering at The Shack Neighborhood House and Mylan Park Elementary School.

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Emilee Hough, AmeriCorps VISTA
                   My name is Emilee Hough and I am very excited to become a part of this incredible
                   organization! I recently graduated from West Virginia University with dual degrees in
                   Sociology and English. I am a Morgantown native and in my free time I like to read,
                   write, and design costumes. I am a director at West Virginia University’s Youth
                   Theatre Academy and am interested in developing programs to build and encourage
                   performing arts in the Morgantown area.

                                                      Tyler Walls, AmeriCorps
Hi! My name is Tyler! I am a recent graduate of the CDFS program at WVU. My career
aspirations are to become a child life specialist coordinator. Some of my favorite things
                                 to do are play basketball, hike and listening to Kanye.

Buddy Leach, AmeriCorps
               My name is Buddy Leach, I’m 19 years old and I just recently graduated from high
               school. I am currently serving in the Lifebridge AmeriCorps program at the Shack
               Neighborhood House as well as in welding courses at MTEC to soon get a place of
               employment in that field.

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September 2018 Events and Reminders - The Shack Neighborhood House
Success of the Month
                        Kids Start the Year Off Right With Fresh Haircuts From Toni’s
                                  Fi een children from The Shack Neighborhood House and the
                               Family Resource Center will be going back to school looking their
                                best thanks to Toni’s Exquisite Hair Salon. Toni’s
                              generously provided cuts and styles free of charge
                             for the second year in a row in a collaboration with
                                 The Shack and the FRN. Thanks to Toni’s, these
                              children will be able to start the school year with a
                                  trim or in some cases a whole new look! Toni’s
Exquisite Hair is located at 918 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Morgantown WV 26505 and
can be reached by calling 304-599-3773 or by emailing toniexq@frontier.com.
                                                     Their website is https://www.tonishair.com/

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Reminders
  Your child must be registered to participate in Outside School Environment
                                   programs.

Save the Date! The Shack will celebrate its 90th birthday on November 17th! Any
  helping this event happen would be greatly appreciated. Please contact The
                     Shack for opportunities to contribute.

                 Recurring Program Descriptions
   ❏ Play Group - A free program for parents/caregivers and their children ages
            0-3. Meets every Monday and Wednesday from 10:00-11:30.
       Transportation services are available by calling 304-680-0568. Parents
        must stay with child. Free play, storytime, cra s, and snack provided.
                           Pre-registration is not required.
   ❏ Respite - Drop-off program for parents to take a break. For children ages 3
         months-4. The program is offered on Fridays from 9:30am-1:00pm.
      Registration and a bagged lunch is required. Please call 304-680-0568 by
                         5:00pm on Wednesdays to register.
    ❏ Happy School - Fun, educational opportunities three mornings a week
     (Tuesday-Thursday) from 9:30am-noon for children ages 3 and 4. You must
                          be enrolled in this class to attend.

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The Shack’s Wishlist
  ★ Diapers: Newborn - Size 5
  ★ Baby Shampoo, Conditioner, Wash, and Lotion
  ★ Baby Wipes
  ★ Paper Towels
  ★ Dish Soap
  ★ Towels and Washcloths
  ★ Shampoo and Conditioner
  ★ Feminine Hygiene Products
  ★ Razors and Shaving Cream
  ★ First Aid Supplies
  ★ Cra Supplies
        ○   Construction Paper
        ○   Markers
        ○   Tissue Paper
        ○   Foam
        ○   Coloring Books
        ○   Pipe Cleaners
        ○   Felt
        ○   Pom Poms
        ○   Googly Eyes
        ○   Tape
        ○   Yarn

Special Requests

  ★ Bottles
  ★ Bottle Warmer
  ★ Changing Table/Mat

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