Join Sammy's Place Tuesday, December 16, 2025 via Zoom from 1:30-2:30 pm Learn the importance of an Oregon ABLE Savings account for those individuals within the I/DD community. Available in Spanish with an advanced request.
Monthly SPARC meetings are a wonderful way for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) to engage and connect with one another. Each month, the meetings are centered around a different theme, keeping the experience fresh and exciting. Visit the website by clicking here to find this months theme and register! The core of these meetings is to foster a sense of community. By bringing people together regularly, SPARC helps to combat social isolation, which can be a significant challenge for many individuals with IDD. The themed activities—whether it’s a craft night, a talent show, or a game day—provide a natural and enjoyable way for friendships to blossom. Participants can discover shared hobbies, laugh together, and support one another in a safe and welcoming environment. Ultimately, these monthly SPARC meetings are more than just events; they are vital opportunities for growth and connection. They celebrate the unique contributions of each individual, empowering them to build meaningful relationships and feel a deeper sense of belonging. The changing themes ensure that the program remains dynamic, consistently offering new avenues for fun, learning, and genuine human connection.
December 18, 1pm - 3pm More Details Coming Soon! Enjoy plastic ornament painting, hot cocoa, music, cookies and Santa! This event is in partnership with RCO. Contact your PA for more information.
Benton County Ugly Sweater Holiday Party December 19th | 3 - 5 pm Corvallis Community Center: 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis, OR 97330 In partnership with RCO, PCL and the ARC.
Join Club-21 for bowling at the Pastega Activity Center - Tillamook YMCA on January 3rd. For more information and to RSVP contact Sarah at 928-460-2196 or smetzger1011@icloud.com Club-21 is a social group for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Second Tuesday of the month (January 13, February 10, March 10) | 4-6pm Depoe Bay Community Hall: 220 S.E, 220 SE Bay St, Depoe Bay, OR 97341 To RSVP and for more information, visit: Karaoke W/ Friends | Beach Buddies
Join Essential Services for their monthly bowling night at The REC in Keizer! This event is open to everyone in the I/DD community and is completely free to attend. Please RSVP on their website (see below).
Essential Services presents: Ripley's Believe It or Not! Join Essential Services as they walk around and tour both Ripley’s Believe It or Not and Wax Works Museum, visit the sea lions across the street and finish the day with a pizza party. This event is Completely free to attend and is open to everyone in the I/DD community. All you have to do is RSVP on the events tab at esoregon.com
Sammy's Place and The Arc of Lincoln County host the Coastal Self-Advocacy Zoom Meeting Every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 1:30–2:30 PM A monthly Zoom meeting for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families to build self-advocacy skills, confidence, and connection. Parents/guardians must attend with children ages 13 and under. Registration required. Register at https://forms.gle/kJDfgQthJRcCCwN1A
Third Tuesday of the month (January 20, February 17, March 17) | 3:30-4:30pm St. Helens Community Center: 2625 Gable Rd, St Helens, OR 97051 To RSVP and for more information, visit: SPARC | Columbia Community Advocacy Connection