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June 16, 2021

The Joy of Adaptive Ski with My Family

Interested in trying something new? Join this zoom event to learn about adapted skiing. Maybe this winter, you will enjoy a new sport. Self-Advocacy Voices – Mentorship Incubator Program is hosting an event this Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.  You are invited to join this free Zoom presentation, The Joy of Adaptive Ski with My...

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June 9, 2021

Meet Collette Divitto

This young lady is on a mission to change the world — one cookie at a time!   Collette Divitto was born in 1990 with Down syndrome. She grew up in Ridgefield, Connecticut where she developed a passion for baking after taking home economic classes in high school. After high school, Collette attended Clemson University, and finished a three-year LIFE...

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May 26, 2021

From Restriction to Relaxation

For many the gradual easing of pandemic restrictions brings longed-for opportunities to get back to the office, have fewer Zoom meetings, play or attend sports and be with family and friends in real space. Effective 12:01 a.m. May 31, 2021, Pennsylvania will eliminate all temporary capacity limits on businesses, keeping only the state’s masking order in place. Because of this...

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May 19, 2021

The Miracle League

For it’s 1, 2, 3 strikes you’re out at the old ball game!  Spring is in the air and with it comes America’s favorite pastime…baseball.  Now I’m not much of a sports fan, but I do enjoy watching a baseball game from time to time, as I’m sure many of you do as well.  Not only do we enjoy watching...

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May 12, 2021

Thank-you, Blessings, & Farewell

Life is marked by a great many milestones. As I watch my son at six months old, I am reminded of how we all begin. At first, it is simply being able to hold your head up, learning to eat and drink, smile and giggle, crawl and walk, talk and write. We grow up, we learn to the best of...

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May 5, 2021

Do I Really Need Different Passwords for Everything?

World Password Day is May 6th. While it’s not traditionally a national holiday celebrated with family & friends, I think we should change that! This day is meant to serve as a reminder of the importance of password hygiene, and how critical it is to add strong authentication to your important passwords to prevent identity theft and other cybercrimes. Strong...

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April 28, 2021

Got to Love That Libby

Ok fellow readers, I don’t know how I’ve missed Libby all this time! If you’re like me and you’ve just heard of the hype, get ready to jump on the fan bandwagon. Libby is basically your local library made virtual. Yes! The library has now come to our living rooms, nay closer, the palm of our hands! Libby is an...

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April 21, 2021

Laugh For The Health Of It

Knock knock.  Who’s there? … If you laugh at the answer, you may improve your health.  Experts say that laughter increases endorphins, strengthens your immune system, and sends extra oxygen through your veins.  Study’s show that a good hardy laugh is as beneficial as a physical workout. We all feel better after watching a comedy or listening to humor that...

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April 14, 2021

The HCQU Photo Tour

As we headed into the summer of 2020, we knew a lot had changed. Sure, we looked forward to summer with the normal amount of gladness to once again be able to go outdoors and not have to get all bundled up. And maybe this summer, the ability to get outdoors was especially appreciated, after a springtime in which everything...

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April 7, 2021

Junk piling up? It’s time for an Emotional Spring Cleaning!

What does springtime bring to mind for you? For me it is thoughts of longer days, more sunlight, warmer weather, opening up the windows, seeing the grass start to emerge from beneath the snow – we’ve had a lot of that this year! Maybe seeing robins bouncing around on the ground searching for worms, flying up into the trees. Songbirds...

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