Northeast Arc Gifts

The Worlds Federation of the Deaf celebrate a week of inclusivity, education, and cultural celebrations starting today. We were thrilled to find these 'I Love You' socks by
John's Crazy Socks in their collection. They are now available in the store.

Saturday! Come meet Shirley and check out her fairy houses.
Shirley is a North Shore based artist who created her business during the panedemic at age 70. She creates fairy houses and fairy scapes that are sprouting up throughout the region. Her passion is finding joy in everyday happenings and through her business, she is now spreading the joy of fairies to others.

It may still feel like summer, but we are decked out in some great fall items.
Pictured:
Koozie by Down Home Ranch
Chowder Mug by Providence of Maryland
Soup by Purely Patrick Lewis
Jam by Lambs Farm
Dish towels by Ability Weavers
Spreader/Spoon by Shanga & Shanga Foundation
Pumpkin Candle by Camphill Village Copake

Today. Today. Today!
Northeast Arc is hosting Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Voting Information sessions inside Liberty Tree Mall. Learn about:
🗳 Voting and Guardianship
🗳Where to vote
🗳How to vote
🗳Learn from self-advocates
🗳Register to Vote

Make sure to stop in and say 'hi' to us!

We are gearing up and heading south this weekend. We will be at Rhode Island Fashion Week on Sunday, participating in a show that is coordinated by HumanKind casting + talent featuring jewelry created by people with disabilities or autism. The show will include items made by ArcWorks Community Art Center / Northeast Arc, Allie Art Designs, andShanga & Shanga Foundation.

Shanga & Shanga Foundation is a creative social enterprise and destination in Tanzania that empowers people with disabilities. Products made through their support programs provide meaningful employment and financial opportunities. We are the only retail location in the US that carries their products. Come check out the collection of:
🔹Hand-blown glass pitchers, vases, bowls, and decorative items
🔹Beaded jewelry
🔹Hand-woven linens
🔹Sewn mobiles for infants
🔹Beaded windchimes
🔹Beaded tableware

Still time to join us on Sunday!
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/20245kforinclusion/
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We are so close to reaching our $50,000 fundraising goal for the Run for Inclusion! The weather for Sunday looks beautiful, so we hope you'll join as at MarketStreet Lynnfield. Please visit our 5K site to register now, and help us reach our goal: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/20245kforinclusion/

Meet John from John's Crazy Socks. When graduating from school, John realized he wanted to set his own path for employment and own and operate a 'fun' businesses. John had always loved crazy socks - and would seek them out whereever he went. Through the support of his family, John was able to combine his love for socks with his desire to own his own business. John has a team of employees now, with over half having a disability. John also donates a portion of his sales to Special Olympics.

We are please to have a colleciton of socks now available in the store.

Meet Chef Timmy, David, and Ellen - all from Prospector Popcorn in Conneticut.

Prospector Popcorn mission is to craft the finest gourmet popcorn while creating meaningful and competitive employment for people with disabilities. Their journey began in 2014 within The Prospector Theater, a non-profit movie theater dedicated to inclusive employment. They leverage our expertise in the arts and education to provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities, recognizing their talents and capabilities.

We are carrying a line of their popcorns including: Pumpkin Spice, Buffalo Cheddar, Jalapeno Cheddar, Belgian Chocolate, Maple Walnut, and Pistachio to name a few.

Look who stopped in with some new items! Dom! Dom sells his handmade birdhouses in the store. He has begun creating animals from paper mache and brought us a couple of pterodactyls to sell in the store. There are free standing options as well as one that can be hung.

New shipment with new designs by Ben's Bendables! Check out that turtle!
Ben is a teenager with a new business of creating items on his 3-D printer. Ben is also autistic.

These items are hot sellers - so do not wait to come in and see what is available. Ben also created some great items for the store for Hannukah. These will be out in a few more weeks.

Prepping for the holidays means having to collate our postcards that go into every gift bag. Jacob spent some time between processing products and greeting customers to work on this project. Make sure to come by and say 'hi' to Jacob!

Now in stock and available in our store and at Grounds Cafe - Anthony Schmidt Photography's 2025 calendar. This is a 16-month calendar - four extra great pictures to enjoy. We have a limited supply - so do not wait long to pick yours up. These always sell out!

New fall themed spreaders, forks, and servers have arrived! Hannah is the CEO and founder of Michigan based Hannah Joy Spectrum Designs. We carry a large line of her custom silverware wrapped in various glass beads.

Through supports of Community Living Supports (CLS at Easterseals, Hannah has been learning all aspects of being an entrepreneur. “I’ve learned everything that goes into managing a business, more about personal finance, community service, and have had opportunities to visit lots of craft shows and sell my artwork all over, meeting many new people along the way" said Hannah.

Calenders are coming in! First up is by Ajai.
Ajai discovered his interest in art in 2017 when introduced to an art thereapy program. Since then, he has become a solo-entrepreneur working in a variety of mediums including acrylics and mixed media.

This calendar is comprised of some of his favorite and latest paintings.

Last days of our end of summer BIG sale! 50% off items on our front tables.
We are closed on Labor Day - so today and tomorrow are the last two opportunities to buy GREAT times for a GREAT price.

It is beginning to look (and feel) a lot like Fall...
We are fully stocked with our pumpkin spice, apple, and other fall scented candles.

pictured: Crochet pumpkin by Elena C.

Liberty Tree Mall is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive on Thursday in the Kohl's wing - right around the corner from us!

Information and sign up can be found at: https://www.simon.com/mall/liberty-tree-mall/stream/community-blood-drive-6244305

Over the past few weeks we have enjoyed seeing the adventures artists and entrepreneurs we work with have gone on. This week's post is all about group fun and enjoying time together. Pictured is:
Down Home Ranch tubing
Camphill Village Kimberton Hills at the beach
Team Woofgang & Co. out dancing
Lambs Farm at a ball game

Tomorrow is National Dog Day - and we are giving you advance warning to make sure you have time to stop in and pick up a treat!

We have a whole pets boutique area that includes:
🐾Dog treats by Little BIG Dog Treats (pictured), DOGGY Delights BY Allison, Gracie's Doggie Delights, Beer City Dog Biscuits, and Team Woofgang & Co.
🐾Make your own dog treats by Purely Patrick Lewis
🐾Food/Water bowls by ArcWorks Community Art Center and Providence of Maryland
🐾Dog toys and blankets by Brent's Pets Pizzazz and Woof Gang and Co
🐾Collars and bandanas by Citrine Sunrise Pets and Pipers_pawcases
🐾Soaps, shampoos, and sprays by sammysoap and The BEE Community

Gus Walz broke the internet with his tearful love for his dad. Then the bullying began Gus Walz won over the internet wearing his heart on his sleeve at the DNC. But the bullying that followed is what kids experience every day, some say.

Yummmmm! Now selling maple syrup by Camphill Village Copake.

Camphill Village maple syrup is crafted in a traditional style. In late winter their Estate crew visits each sugar maple tree in our village, collecting sap before boiling it down in the sugarhouse. When it finally becomes a thick, rich syrup, it is bottled without any additives or preservatives. From there you can enjoy it on pancakes, waffles, ice cream, and when baking as a substitution for sugar. Enjoy it in a gift Maple leaf-shaped bottle.

Certified organic by NOFA NY

Great News!
Northeast Arc is expanding the culinary training program into Salem and will be partnering with Amazing Pizza & More. The goal is to provide more opportunities for people to develop skills necessary to work in the food and hospitality industry.

We are looking for a staff to help lead this new program. The ideal candidate will:
🍕 Want to help people with disabilities/autism succeed.
🍕 Have experience with food/restaurant industry.
🍕 Be a natural leader and teacher.
🍕 Want to create a program from scratch.
🍕 Have a great sense of humor.

Apply today at: https://ne-arc.org/about-us/careers/?department=BFFD3A96-2DE2-B2C6-5065-0B756BCD9982&jobId=5d39f40e-bb7c-8312-73d2-9f337b89fc9f