IRSC Craft Club

I found some free granny square crochet patterns, very retro looking:

Red Heart All-In-One Granny Square Step into Your Granny Square Era! Introducing Red Heart All-in-One Granny Square, the striped yarn specifically designed for making granny squares. Crochet 14 multi-color squares with just one ball! Get into the groove of stitching and let the yarn do the color work! This fun yarn takes care of colo...

Yarn was flying at our first crochet workshop of the semester. Caring through Crafting's future craft events will be held the last Thursday of each month in J104 on main campus from 1 to 2pm.

Check out the knitwear made by our SGA Rep, Rayanna! She's donating it to StreetKnits - I'm packing it up to mail out tomorrow :)

Caring through Crafting's blanket-making workshop for Save the Chimps was a huge success! We made 25 blankets, and then we got busy learning how to crochet. Thank you to all the volunteers that showed up today!

We had a wonderful group at today's event. The hooks and needles were flying as were a few jokes :)

Caring through Crafting will have its first club event of the semester tomorrow. IRSC students are welcome to join us from 1 to 2pm 1/26 on main campus for some yarn crafting (and snacks)!

See https://jasna.org/programs/essay-contest/ for more information.

Little TREE ORNAMENTS made out of BUTTONS...cutest things ever!! Find them HERE (affiliate link) ➡️ https://rstyle.me/+BMtEK0w7_26rTLOw4Y8bYA

TOMORROW, Thursday, October 13 will be our Annual PINK Out in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join Athletics, Student Engagement, & the Student Government Association (SGA) by wearing PINK! Share your pictures here with .

Good evening, Pioneers! TOMORROW, Thursday, October 13 will be our Annual PINK Out in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join Athletics, Student Engagement, & the Student Government Association (SGA) by wearing PINK! Share your pictures here with .

At 5:30PM, let's fill the stands to support our Lady Pioneers in their Annual PINK Out game against Florida SouthWestern (FSW) State College.

Let's come together, show our Pioneer Spirit, AND BRING A DONATION to the game for the hurricane disaster relief drive. All donations collected at the game will go directly to FSW--as they begin to gain some normalcy in their lives after the devastation Hurricane Ian left in their hometown and surrounding communities.

For more information and the donations being collected, checkout https://bit.ly/IRSCPinkOut22 or contact [email protected]

Next, Thursday, September 22 at 5:30PM in the Kight Center, V-110, IRSC will be hosting Turning Challenges into Success with Lee Rhyant, Former Fortune 500 Executive to inspire our students and the community.

Rhyant is a former Executive Vice President and General Manager for Lockheed-Martin Marietta and Fort Pierce native son will be on campus for a community conversation in support of his new book, Soaring Eleven Guiding Principles on the Path from Segregation to Success, co-authored with Dr. Catherine Lewis.

The talk will be followed by a meet and greet and book signing with the authors. The event is FREE for our students, employees, and open to the public.

Rhyant is a powerful underdog story, Soaring delivers practical leadership advice, business lessons, and tips for career and personal success mined from Rhyant’s 40 years as a corporate leader. Born into poverty in the postwar South, Rhyant was the fourth of eight children raised by a family of sharecroppers struggling to survive the last decades of segregation.
As a child, Lee’s family moved to Fort Pierce, and with help from his family, teachers, clergy, and local community, reached the executive ranks at General Motors, Rolls-Royce Aeronautics, and Lockheed-Martin. During “Soaring: Turning Challenges into Success,” Rhyant and co-author Dr. Catherine Lewis will share his guiding principles and tips for success to demonstrate the transformative power of perseverance.
“I’m cannot think of a better place to launch the publication of this book than in my hometown,” shares Lee Rhyant. “Fort Pierce shaped me into the person I am today, and my family and I owe so much to this community. Indian River State College helped change the trajectory of my life, and I hope that by sharing my story, I can inspire and motivate a new generation to strive for success.” Read more about Mr. Rhyant and Dr. Lewis HERE
The event at IRSC marks the launch of the book Soaring Eleven Guiding Principles on the Path from Segregation to Success (UGA Press, 2022) and will be the kick off to our 49th Annual Leadership Conference, which is taking place on Friday, September 23 from 8AM – 3PM in the Kight Center.

**Please note that NOT all activities are listed, but you can find out more by viewing the attached flyer or visiting bit.ly/IRSCWoW22

• Tuesday, August 23:
o ALL DAY: Pioneer Proud DAY
 Wear your IRSC gear and/or BLUE and GOLD, decorate your office, and share YOUR IRSC PRIDE with our students!

o 4 – 5:30PM: Pep Rally/Tailgate Party (Massey Campus, Building-O, Parking Lot)
 We are looking for:
• Volunteers to help with setting up, decorating, cooking on the grill, serving food, etc.
• Employees to DECORATE their vehicles, golf carts, scooters, bikes, etc. and HOST some games/activities
• SIGN UP HERE

o 5:30PM: Volleyball Game (Massey Campus, Gym)
 Come out and cheer on our Lady Pioneers in their first official game of the season against South FL State College.
 Let’s fill those stands!

• Wednesday, August 24
o 12:30 – 2PM: Club Rush “Welcome to the Movies” edition (Massey Campus, KSU Sidewalk)
 If your department/program is interested in participating fill out the reservation form HERE by Monday, August 22.

• Thursday, August 25
o 11AM – 2PM: Employee vs. Student Game Day (College-Wide, Student Engagement Centers)
 Massey, KSU 209
 Chastain, A-111
 Dixon Hendry, B-Atrium
 Mueller, D-147
 Pruitt, J-111

Week of Welcome (WOW) Join us for Week of Welcome on August 22 - 26--a week-long series of FREE events designed to help students network, join clubs/organizations, participate in events/activities, & learn how to achieve their academic & career goals.

For the second year, IRSC students can access the BayCare Student Assistance Program (SAP) which provides free and confidential mental health support 24/7 by calling 800-878-5470. Students can receive four free face-to-face, phone, or virtual counseling sessions per year for adjustment difficulties, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, time management and specific behavioral conditions . If more than four sessions are needed or desired, the student may be eligible for assistance by utilizing insurance or a sliding scale fee.

The Health and Wellness Center Linktree page contains additional resources for the Pioneer Pantry, the IRSC PEACE Project, homeless services, hot meals and more.
If you need any additional information or assistance, please contact the Health and wellness Center.

https://linktr.ee/healthandwellnessirsc

The Health and Wellness Center | Linktree Health and Wellness Resources

Come and create with Caring through Crafting Last Thursday of the month Check Riverlife for location, dates, & time. Light refreshments will be served Supplies & how-to provided

Come feel the VIBE at Harmony Hope Stables in Palm City. Join the VIBE Leadership Program, which is open to both high school and college students. The Program is starting soon, so register today for the upcoming orientation taking place on Tuesday, August 16 at 5:30PM. Check out: https://hhstables.org/vibe-leadership/ for more information. Hope to see you there!

Are you looking to freshen up your wardrobe? Do you love shopping? Do you love GREAT deals? Do you like to give back to your community? Well, if you answered yes to ANY of the above questions, then the Pop-Up Boutique is the event for you! Bring your own bag and fill it with new or gently used women's clothes, purses, accessories, shoes, etc.

The event will take place on Saturday, May 14 from 10AM - 3PM in the Bailey Auditorium at the IRSC Treasure Coast Public Safety Training Complex.

Tickets for IRSC students with a valid student ID are $20--this is a 50% discount! Tickets for non-students are $40.

You can either pay online at www.innertruthproject.org, pay at the door, or stop by the IRSC Massey Campus (KSU 112--see Rochelle) to purchase your ticket in advance. All proceeds will benefit sexual violence survivors at the Inner Truth Project. To find out more visit the Inner Truth Project's website listed above.

Half off tickets for IRSC - Indian River State College students!!

Be part of IRSC History and VOTE for your favorite mascot! TONIGHT, Thursday, April 21 at 11:59PM is the deadline.

VOTE below (one vote per currently enrolled student or employee)
https://irsc.edu/marketing/mascot.html

THIS IS IT. IRSC students and employees: You have until 11:59 p.m. TONIGHT (April 21) to pick your favorite! https://irsc.edu/marketing/mascot.html

Both Dr. H and Dr. P are under the weather so will have to cancel tomorrow's last club event of the semester. Remember you can all still meet virtually on the club's Discord server, so feel free to use that to stay in touch. We look forward to lots of crafting in the fall. Have a wonderful summer!

Caring through Crafting made 27 blankets for the Save the Chimps sanctuary in St. Lucie County!

Caring through Crafting meets on 3/29 in J102 on main campus from 12:30 - 1:30 to make blankets for Save the Chimps. If you can use a pair of scissors, you can make a blanket! Come join us!

This is a great opportunity to earn some volunteer hours and also help out a local organization at the same time. All supplies are provided by the club, and we will have some delicious snacks as well.

I hope you can join us on March 29th's club event where we will make blankets to donate to this wonderful organization.

Student Engagement & Leadership (SEAL) and the Campus Coalition Government (CCG) would like to invite YOU to join us next week (February 28 – March 4) for Spirit Week.

Monday, February 28: Pioneer Proud Day (ALL DAY)
Show YOUR IRSC Pride by wearing your blue and gold or IRSC gear, then post a picture on social media and in the caption share something that you are most proud of from your experience here at IRSC with . Follow us on Facebook .CCG and on Instagram

Pioneer Proud Celebration, 12:30 – 2PM (River Shop Deck)
This employee/student mixer will make for a GREAT afternoon of building relationships and increasing IRSC Pride while recognizing our faculty, students, and CCG representatives of the month for this academic year. In addition, we will have games, activities, prizes, mocktails, and appetizers co-sponsored by the IRSC AFC Chapter, Natalie's Juice, and other local vendors.

Tuesday, March 1: Taco Mixer, 12:30 – 1:30PM, Student Engagement Center (on each campus)
Campus locations: Chastain (A-111), Dixon Hendry (B-Atrium), Massey (KSU 209), Mueller (D-147), Pruitt (J-111)
Students will engage in a series of taco themed icebreakers/activities while enjoying FREE tacos (while supplies last).

Virtual participants may join the fun by making tacos at home and sharing their results on social media! Follow this recipe: The Best Homemade Tacos or use your own, then post pictures with .

Wednesday, March 2: Spirit Bracelets, 2 – 3PM, Student Engagement Center (on each campus)
Join the Campus Coalition Government and the SEAL Team, as we mingle, network, and create IRSC spirit themed bracelets! FREE food and refreshments will be served.

Virtual students may request a kit to make their own bracelet at home by contacting [email protected]. All orders must be requested by Monday, February 28. Kits will be sent to the student’s nearest IRSC campus and must be picked up in the Student Success Center on the Branch Campuses or Student Affairs on the Massey Campus.

Pruitt Campus Student Engagement Center Open House, 9AM - 3PM, J-111
Stop by the Center to mix and mingle with our students and show your IRSC Pride.

Thursday, March 3: River Walk, 12:30 – 1:30PM (Meet at your respective Student Engagement Center)
Students and employees are encouraged to get MOVING and enjoy the great outdoors for a stroll around campus. Every campus will be hosting a walk, starting at their Student Engagement Center. Goodie bags with snacks will be given to in-person student participants.

Virtual participants may join in the fun via Instagram with our campus related River Walk Trivia LIVE! A random virtual participant will receive a prize.

Friday, March 4: Great Explorations “IRSC Block Party,” 8:30AM – 1PM (W-Building Parking Lot)
Let’s show our local high school students that IRSC is the place to be! Not only do we offer more than 100 academic programs, but we provide top notch services to help students succeed here at IRSC and BEYOND while providing the BEST Student Experience…70+ clubs/organizations, 7 athletic teams, 1,600 events each year, 3 leadership programs, and so much more!

During the event, stop by to see our student clubs/organizations in ACTION as they hold various activities and fundraisers to support their mission. You won’t want to miss it!

All week Metz and the River Shop will be holding some specials, so stop by and support our on-campus partners.

As we get ready for spring break and of course the dreaded spring cleaning, consider donating any new or gently used business attire to one of our Career Closets (benefitting students getting ready to enter the workforce), arts & crafts, board games/activities to engage students in campus recreation, and/or non-perishable food items for the Pioneer Pantry. For more information or to make a donation, contact your Student Engagement representative:
• Alex Arnold, Chastain Campus
• Christina Juarez, Dixon Hendry Campus
• Lishelen Stanfield, Massey Campus
• Lekesha Weems, Mueller Campus
• Amanda Bea, Pruitt Campus
For more information, contact [email protected] or visit RiverLife on MyPioneerPortal.

More Yarn Crafting
Caring through Crafting has another yarn crafting event scheduled for February 22, 2022 on Massey Campus in J102 from 12:30 to 1:30pm. Please join us for some relaxing yarn crafting and snacks.
Learn various types of yarn crafting, loom knitting, crochet, or traditional knitting. Yarn crafting is a calming activity that also helps to exercise your brain, and you end up with a finished product you can wear yourself or gift to those in need.
Caring through Crafting has donated knitwear items to StreetKnits.org, a non-profit organization that distributes knitwear to the homeless. We have also donated little knit and crocheted cat blankets to Domino’s House in Palm City, Florida.
Caring through Crafting provides complete instruction as well as all the supplies and tools you need to get started. If you don’t have any experience, we’ll get you started. If you already know how to knit or crochet, expand your skill level and share your knowledge with other members of the club.
We’d love to have you join us for our monthly crafting event. This month we will meet on February 22, 2022 on Massey Campus in J102 from 12:30 to 1:30pm.

The Spring 2022 Career EXPO is Wednesday from 10 am – 2 pm.

On Wednesday, February 16, 2022, Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations will be given from 1:00 PM until 3:00 pm in the Health and Wellness Center, Building U, Massey Campus. All employees, their families, and students are eligible for either first dose, second dose, or booster vaccinations with the Pfizer vaccine.

Please contact Jose Figueroa at x7137, ([email protected]) or Carla Parker at x7825, ([email protected]) to schedule an appointment. Remember, appointments are necessary in order for us to have the correct number of vaccine doses on hand.

This blog post has some free heart projects: https://swoodsonsays.com/12-felt-heart-ornaments-to-make/

12+ felt heart ornaments to make Curated list of felt heart ornaments to sew including free heart ornament patterns and felt heart ornament tutorials.

The Quilting in Paradise show that runs this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (2/3, 4, 5) at the PSL Civic Center has agreed to offer discounted tickets at the door for all IRSC Caring through Crafting club members. Just show your school ID at the door, and the $10 ticket will be discounted to $5! If there are any issues, just ask to see Linda Smiley, but the ticket sellers should know to give out the discount as long as you have an IRSC ID to show them.
Here’s more information about the show:
February 3-5, 2022
MidFlorida Credit Union Event Center
9221 SE Civic Center Place
Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

SHOW HOURS:
Thursday, 2/3/2022, 10:00 - 5:00
Friday, 2/4/2022, 10:00 - 5:00
Saturday, 2/5/2022, 10:00 - 4:00
https://www.pslcrazyquilters.org/quilt-show-2022.html
Make sure to take some photos and share them on the club’s Discord server if you attend.

Quilt Show 2022 February 3-5, 2022