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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T160000
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UID:4994-1730217600-1730232000@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:LUK-O-Lantern Halloween Bash
DESCRIPTION:October 29th\, 2024 from 4:00-8:00 PM at the Leominster Eagles #477 (456 Litchfield St\, Leominster\, MA)\nLUK Families Connected clients and DDS-eligible families are welcome to join us for a sensory-friendly Halloween party for the whole family! Enjoy pizza and sweet treats\, a costume parade\, and fun activities like karaoke\, mask decorating\, and pumpkin decorating. Costumes are encouraged at this free event (but are optional). Please register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LUKFCEVENTS \n\nThis event is intended for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities\, including Autism Spectrum Disorder\, as well as their families and/or caretakers\, living in North Central MA. For questions about eligibility\, contact FamiliesConnected@LUK.org
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/luk-o-lantern-halloween-bash/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240930T155923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T155923Z
UID:4996-1729872000-1729879200@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:LUK Trunk or Treat 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some ~spooky~ family fun at Trunk or Treat 2024! Park at the Crocker Playground parking lot (corner of Westminster and Wachusett St) and enjoy collecting candy and toys in the LUK Main Office parking lot (545 Westminster Street) with fun decorations by LUK staff! \nNo registration required\, but a parent/guardian must be in attendance with youth. Please let staff at the event know if youth have any allergies so we can provide them with allergy-friendly goodies.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/luk-trunk-or-treat-2024/
LOCATION:LUK Main Office\, 545 Westminster Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T220000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240919T185856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T190434Z
UID:4952-1728572400-1728597600@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Come to Texas Roadhouse (196 New Lancaster Road\, Leominster) on Thursday\, October 10 from 3:00-10:00 pm and show the attached flyer for 15% of the proceeds from your meal to go towards LUK Mentoring’s Rodman Ride Team! \nThe LUK Mentoring Program pairs caring\, concerned role models with youth who will benefit from additional support. The LUK Mentoring Program serves the cities and towns in Worcester County. To learn more about LUK Mentoring → https://mentoring.www.luk.org \nRodman Ride for Kids is an umbrella matching gift charity raising funds for youth-focused social service organizations that support vulnerable youth in Massachusetts. To learn more about Rodman Ride for Kids → https://mentoring.www.luk.org/mentoring-events/rodman/ \n\n 
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/texas-roadhouse-fundraiser-2/
LOCATION:Texas Roadhouse\, 196 New Lancaster Road\, Leominster\, MA\, 01453\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="LUK Mentoring":MAILTO:Mentoring@LUK.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240925T174502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T155952Z
UID:4985-1728320400-1728325800@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Mental Illness Awareness Event: Training and Vigil
DESCRIPTION:Join NAMI for this training and candlelight vigil for Mental Illness Awareness Week on Monday\, October 7th at the Leominster Public Library. LUK and Movimiento will be providing QPR Suicide Prevention Training in English and Spanish from 5:00 to 6:00 PM\, and the community candlelight vigil for Mental Illness Awareness will be from 6:00-6:30 PM. \nLearn more about NAMI’s Mental Illness Awareness Week here.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/nami-mental-illness-awareness-event-training-and-vigil/
LOCATION:Leominster Public Library\, 30 West Street\, Leominster\, MA\, 01453\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240917T170411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T170411Z
UID:4928-1727803800-1727809200@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Greater Gardner National Night Out 2024 Rescheduled
DESCRIPTION:Stop by and say hi to us at the Greater Gardner National Night Out! Find the flyer on the Gardner Community Action Team Facebook Page
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/greater-gardner-national-night-out-2/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20231221T200758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T201250Z
UID:3354-1727740800-1730419199@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:October: Bullying Prevention Month\, Domestic Violence Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:October is Bullying Prevention Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month\, and includes NAMI’s Mental Illness Awareness Week October 6th-12th
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/october-2024-awareness-month/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240801T182804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T172243Z
UID:4694-1727514000-1727539200@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:25th Annual Common Ground - Basketball Tournament and Walk for Peace
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 25th Annual Common Ground Basketball Tournament and Walk for Peace on September 28th! At 9:00 am\, meet us at the boulder on the Fitchburg Upper Common for the Walk for Peace through Fitchburg\, heading to Joann “Mama” Fitz Memorial Park (Green Street) for the youth basketball tournament at 10:00! Enjoy games\, resource and information tables\, sounds by “The DJ” Brad Piff\, refreshments\, and the opportunity to connect with the community! LUK Youth Development\, in partnership with Fitchburg Parks and Recreation\, is excited to continue this annual tradition of finding common ground with our community. \nMake sure to stop by the Heavy’s House food truck which will be at the basketball tournament! \nContact YouthDevelopment@LUK.org with any questions. \n(Rain date September 29th)
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/common-ground-2024/
LOCATION:Fitchburg Upper Common\, 857 Main Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240828T182042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T182042Z
UID:4833-1726920000-1726938000@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Festival Latino de Fitchburg
DESCRIPTION:Stop by and say hi at the Festival Latino de Fitchburg! We’ll have multiple of our programs present to share information with the community and celebrate Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month! \nLearn more on the official Facebook Event from Fitchburg Civic Days.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/festival-latino-de-fitchburg/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240922
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240508T210032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T210032Z
UID:4251-1726876800-1726963199@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Rodman Ride for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Join LUK Mentoring for the 34th Annual Rodman Ride for Kids on Saturday\, September 21st! Grab your bike & helmet and hit the road with us for a 25-mile or 50-mile non-competitive ride starting in Foxboro\, MA. If biking isn’t your thing\, pick your favorite activity and register as a “virtual participant.” We’d love to have you on our team! \nBecome a participant\, donate to a rider\, or make a general team donation. Your support helps us continue to pair vulnerable youth with adults in North Central Massachusetts. Thank you for your support! \nhttps://mentoring.www.luk.org/mentoring-events/rodman/
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/rodman-ride-for-kids/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241016
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20231221T200507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T183313Z
UID:3348-1726358400-1729036799@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:Check out the 4th Annual Hispanic Heritage event in Leominster \nCheck out the Festival Latino de Fitchburg
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/hispanic-latinx-heritage-month/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240904T182215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T182215Z
UID:4871-1726304400-1726333200@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Johnny Appleseed Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come say hi to LUK at the 2024 Johnny Appleseed Festival in downtown Leominster! \nLearn more about this community event on the Facebook event page. 
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/johnny-appleseed-festival-2024/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240828T125031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T125031Z
UID:4803-1725721200-1725739200@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:2024 Worcester Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:Stop by and say hi at the 2024 Worcester Pride Festival on September 7th from 3-8 in Downtown Worcester! LUK will have info tables from multiple programs\, including our Transition to Independent Living (TIL) program\, Worcester County Youth Action Board (YAB)\, and more! \nFind more information about Pride Worcester Festival on the Pride Worcester website here.  \n 
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/2024-worcester-pride-festival/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240723T203032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T203032Z
UID:4672-1725552000-1725566400@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Mentoring Fundraiser - Panera
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy tasty food while supporting LUK Mentoring! Show the included flyer when you order at the Leominster Panera from 4-8 on September 5th and 20% of the sales will benefit LUK Mentoring! If ordering online\, use the code FUND4U at checkout (only available from 4-8 at the 100 Commercial Road\, Leominster location).
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/mentoring-fundraiser-panera/
LOCATION:MA
ORGANIZER;CN="LUK Mentoring":MAILTO:Mentoring@LUK.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240501T204020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T165825Z
UID:4198-1725148800-1727740799@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:September: Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month\, National Recovery Month\, Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month\nNational Recovery Month\nThe purpose of National Recovery Month is to raise awareness of the journey to recovery from substance use disorders and mental health issues. This month is a great time to remember to be inspired\, empowered\, and hopeful. It offers an environment for recognizing the successes and milestones of those in recovery as well as celebrating their resiliency and strength. In addition to increasing public awareness of the success of treatment and support services\, National Recovery Month inspires people to ask for assistance without worrying about being judged. This month has significance for lowering stigma\, supporting in recovery\, and creating more wholesome and encouraging communities. \nImportance of Recovery: \nDestigmatizing addiction \nPromoting treatment and support \nCelebrating achievements \nCreating community support \nLearn more: \nhttps://www.newenglandrecoverycenter.org/blog/why-national-recovery-month-plays-such-an-important-role-in-addiction-recovery/ \n  \nSuicide Prevention and Awareness Month\nThe reason Suicide Prevention Month is so important is because it raises awareness of a serious problem that affects people everywhere. This month offers a chance to de-stigmatize discussions about mental health and suicide\, promoting knowing when to communicate with someone who might be suffering and the ability to identify behaviors that indicate a need for support. It highlights the importance of early intervention\, easily available resources\, and networks of support for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts or actions. Moreover\, Suicide Prevention Month serves as a time to honor those who have lost their lives to suicide and to emphasize the significance of prevention. Ultimately\, the focus of this month is on raising awareness of suicide and teaching people how to prevent it. \nImportance of Suicide Prevention Month: \nRaising awareness \nPromoting resources and support \nEducating \nAdvocacy \nhonoring \nLearn more: \nhttps://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/observances/suicide-prevention-month \n 
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/september-2024-awareness-months/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240611T202955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T184502Z
UID:4469-1724832000-1724839200@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:School Health and Wellness Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join the Health Equity Partnership (CHNA9)\, Gardner Community Action Team\, North Central Community Action Team\, Gardner Public Schools\, and LUK Prevention for a School Health and Wellness Summit! August 28th from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. This event is virtual\, and the link will be sent when you register. Register and learn more at the Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/school-health-and-wellness-summit-tickets-920934699477
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/school-health-and-wellness-summit/
LOCATION:MA
ORGANIZER;CN="LUK Prevention":MAILTO:Prevention@LUK.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240723T202635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T202635Z
UID:4668-1723651200-1723665600@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Mentoring Fundraiser - Chipotle
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy tasty food while supporting LUK Mentoring! Show the included flyer when you order at the Leominster Chipotle from 4-8 on August 14th\, and 25% of sales will be donated to LUK Mentoring! If ordering online for pickup\, use code W2CH32B (does not count for delivery\, and only valid from 4-8 PM at the 252 Mill St\, Leominster location).
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/mentoring-fundraiser-chipotle/
LOCATION:MA
ORGANIZER;CN="LUK Mentoring":MAILTO:Mentoring@LUK.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240711T145536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T145536Z
UID:4599-1723570200-1723579200@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Ashburnham/Westminster National Night Out 2024
DESCRIPTION:August 13th from 5:30-8:00 PM at Oakmont Regional HS (9 Oakmont Drive\, Ashburnham) \nLearn more from the Westminster Police Department’s post on Facebook
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/ashburnham-westminster-national-night-out-2024/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240711T145106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T145106Z
UID:4597-1723138200-1723147200@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Gardner National Night Out 2024
DESCRIPTION:August 8th\, 5:30-8:00 PM\, 200 Catherine Street\, Gardner\, MA \nLearn more at the event post from GCAT on Facebook
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/gardner-national-night-out-2024/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240711T144230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T144230Z
UID:4593-1722963600-1722974400@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Leominster National Night Out 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join LCAT\, the Leominster Mayor’s Office\, and Leominster PD for an awesome night of FREE Family Fun and community building at the Leominster National Night Out 2024! Tuesday\, August 6th from 5-8 PM in Downtown Leominster (rain date 8/13). Bounce Houses | Cutouts | DJ | Entertainment | Bike Raffle | Resource Tables | Public Safety Displays | Department of Public Works Touch-A-Truck area | Demos | Free Food | Free Water | Free Ice Cream
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/leominster-national-night-out-2024/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240711T144810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T144810Z
UID:4595-1722963600-1722970800@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Fitchburg National Night Out 2024
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 6th from 5:00-7:00 at 174 Elm Street\, Fitchburg MA \n Learn more at the Fitchburg Police Department Facebook page.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/fitchburg-national-night-out-2024/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240711T152551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T152551Z
UID:4601-1722960000-1722974400@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Worcester National Night Out 2024
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 6th from 4:00-8:00 at the Fuller Family (YMCA) Park. \nVisit the Worcester PD’s Facebook event for more info. 
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/worcester-national-night-out-2024/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240901
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20231221T195837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T195837Z
UID:3346-1722470400-1725148799@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Back to School Month
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/back-to-school-month/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240709
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240620T171559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T171559Z
UID:4504-1720396800-1720483199@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Emancipation Day (Quock Walker Day)
DESCRIPTION:“On Saturday\, July 8\,  the Commonwealth of Massachusetts celebrated its first Quock Walker Day\, also known as Massachusetts Emancipation Day\, commemorating the end of slavery in Massachusetts. \nIn 1781\, Walker challenged his own enslavement in court\, arguing that slavery went against both the Bible and the state constitution. His case eventually led to Massachusetts being one of the first states to abolish slavery. \nTo learn more about the story of Quock Walker and how the day came to be\, The Lexington Observer sat down with Sean Osborne\, cofounder of the Association of Black Citizens of Lexington and a historian who helped raise the awareness about Quock Walker’s role in American history.” \nRead more of this article from the Lexington Observer.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/massachusetts-emancipation-day-quock-walker-day/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240711T143505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T175316Z
UID:4563-1719792000-1722470399@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:July: Disability Pride Month\, National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:July is Disability Pride Month and National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! \nLearn more about the featured Disability Advocate Spotlights: \n\nLearn more about Brad Lomax\nLearn more about Lois Curtis\nLearn more about Ed Roberts\nLearn more about Judy Huemann\nLearn more about Leroy Moore and the Krip-Hop Institute\nLearn more about I. King Jordan\nLearn more about Jim Sinclair and read “Don’t Mourn Us” by Jim Sinclair\nLearn more about Linda Bove\nLearn more about Anne Fracht\nLearn more about Reggie Clark and Clark’s input during a Harvard Law School Project on Disability Event\nLearn more about Elmer C. Bartels\n\nLearn more about National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/july-awareness-months/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240613T142940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T142940Z
UID:4476-1719320400-1719324000@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Bingo at the Family Center with Families Connected
DESCRIPTION:Families Connected Family Center clients and family members are welcome to join us for a game of bingo! Tuesday\, June 25th from 1 PM to 2 PM at 99 Day Street\, Fitchburg. Learn more about the Family Center here. Questions? Contact FamiliesConnected@LUK.org.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/bingo-at-the-family-center-with-families-connected/
LOCATION:LUK Families Connected Family Center\, 99 Day Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240620
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240614T171637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T171637Z
UID:4486-1718755200-1718841599@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth\, also known as Jubilee Day\, Freedom Day\, Emancipation Day\, or Black Independence Day\, is the anniversary of when General Gordon Granger marched his troops into Galveston\, Texas on June 19th\, 1865 to announce that the enslaved people of the state were officially free. Read our blog post to learn more!
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/juneteenth/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240501T201730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T171205Z
UID:4195-1717200000-1719791999@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:June: Food Insecurity Awareness Month\, Pride Month\, PTSD Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:Food Insecurity Awareness Month\nPride Month\nPride Month is important because it’s a time to celebrate acceptance\, love\, resiliency\, and creating a more compassionate world! It’s an annual celebration that got its roots from the Stonewall riots back in June 1969. The Stonewall Uprising served as a turning moment in the American Gay Liberation Movement. This month honors and demonstrates the global advancement of the LGBTQ+ community\, as well as serves as a reminder of the hardships the community has faced in achieving equality and acceptance and gives people a chance to proudly express who they are. It draws attention to the difficulties and prejudices that the community faces. More significantly\, though\, Pride Month creates community building\, educating\, and advocacy while providing a platform for empowerment and belonging. \nImportance of Pride Month: \nVisibility and representation \nCommunity and support \nEducation and Awareness \nCelebration of diversity \nLearn more: \nhttps://www.history.com/topics/gay-rights/pride-month \nhttps://www.papyrus-uk.org/why-pride-month-is-still-needed/ \nPTSD Awareness Month
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/june-2024-awareness-months/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232130
CREATED:20240501T192719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T201820Z
UID:4180-1717169400-1717183800@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Summer Plunge with Families Connected - Day Two
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FULL FOR 5/31 \nJoin LUK Families Connected for a fun-filled time at Great Wolf Lodge in Fitchburg! Enjoy a free half-day pass\, arcade credits\, and a pizza buffet for the whole family\, and get to hang out with other families who have similar needs and experiences. Space is limited\, so make sure to register soon for our Summer Plunge event!  \nFriday\, May 31st from 3:30 to 7:30 PM at Great Wolf Lodge\, 150 Great Wolf Dr\, Fitchburg\, MA 01420 \nRegistration is required by May 24th; find the registration link here. One registration entry is needed for EACH family member that is attending Summer Plunge. \nSpaces is limited\, so if you find out you can no longer join us after you register\, please let us know! \nThis event is intended for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities\, including Autism Spectrum Disorder\, as well as their families and/or caretakers\, living in North Central MA. For questions about eligibility or the event\, contact us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org or 978-829-2345. \nLearn more about Families Connected here.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/summer-plunge-with-families-connected/
LOCATION:Great Wolf Lodge\, 150 Great Wolf Dr.\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420\, United States
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UID:4233-1717083000-1717097400@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Summer Plunge with Families Connected - Day One
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS FULL \nJoin LUK Families Connected for a fun-filled time at Great Wolf Lodge in Fitchburg! Enjoy a free half-day pass\, arcade credits\, and a pizza buffet for the whole family\, and get to hang out with other families who have similar needs and experiences. Space is limited\, so make sure to register soon for our Summer Plunge event!  \nThursday\, May 30th from 3:30 to 7:30 PM at Great Wolf Lodge\, 150 Great Wolf Dr\, Fitchburg\, MA 01420 \nRegistration is required by May 24th; find the registration link here. One registration entry is needed for EACH family member that is attending Summer Plunge. \nSpaces is limited\, so if you find out you can no longer join us after you register\, please let us know! \nThis event is intended for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities\, including Autism Spectrum Disorder\, as well as their families and/or caretakers\, living in North Central MA. For questions about eligibility or the event\, contact us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org or 978-829-2345. \nLearn more about Families Connected here.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/summer-plunge-with-families-connected-day-one/
LOCATION:Great Wolf Lodge\, 150 Great Wolf Dr.\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420\, United States
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UID:4240-1716465600-1716476400@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Families Connected - Coffee and Chat
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to the Families Connected Family Resource Center for conversation\, support\, and of course\, a cup of coffee! 12:00-3:00 PM at 99 Day Street\, Fitchburg. \nLearn more about Families Connected here. For questions\, contact FamiliesConnected@luk.org.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/families-connected-coffee-and-chat-3/
LOCATION:LUK Families Connected Family Center\, 99 Day Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420\, United States
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