Annual Banquet 2009
Every Year, in November, the Outreach Community Center sponsors a banquet to celebrate the goodness of God and the successes of participants and programs. It's a night of song, dance and testimonies. We are not shy about thanking God. And there are other opportunities to get together. We have a garage sale on Saturdays during the warm months. We also get together for picnics and youth events. Sharing time, meals annd stories fosters a strong sense of community where all are welcome.
Picnic
Even though there's a lot of serious work that goes on at the Center, it's
just as important to kick back and have some fun. Staff and their family
members get grills going, gather around tables and relax in the shade. Good
food and good stories mingle to create the perfect afternoon.
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Summer Garage Sales
Neighbors and people throughout the city were able to find great bargains among
donated items. Clothes, shoes, coats, hats, glasswear, small appliances, furniture,
even organs and pianos were available for sale at minimal prices. Much of the clothing
was brand new with tags, having been donated by department stores. The money raised
from these sales goes to help needy families and finance the Center's activities..
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Enroll Your Children
VBS provides lessons for Life
The whole month of June is awash with smiles and giggles at the Outreach Community Center. Children come from around the city to play, learn and share in what VBS has to offer. Here, they can be themselves and explore what it means to be in community. Of course, they learn how precious they are to God, but that's not all. They begin to develop an appreciation for the gifts God has given them and the importance of sharing them. Your child will learn and have fun doing it. Enrollment begins in May. Read more
Become a Mentor
and Help Make a Difference
Here at the Center, we believe in investing in people. And the best way to improve the quality of life in our community is to come along side a struggling teen, family or ex-offender to help them navigate the challenges that may arise as they endeavor to become Productive citizens. With strategically placed responsible mentors, it is reasonable to expect a rise in graduation rates, a drop in teen pregnancies and gang violence, and fewer repeat offenders. If you have a desire to become a mentor, contact the Center. Read more
Take Part
in OCC's Informational Workshops
During the course of the year, the Outreach Community Center offers a number of informational workshops and studies that are open to the public. You can learn about how to manage diabetes and high blood pressure, where to obtain caregiver support, how to avoid memory loss, and discuss a host of other pertinent issues that can impact the quality of your life. To find out what is on the calendar in the coming months contact the Center or check the news page. Read more
