November was packed with opportunities for fun, creativity, and connection in The Arc of Essex County’s Adult Recreation programs. Some of the month’s memorable events included:

• Matinee & Mingle on November 2, when moviegoers kicked off the month with a trip to the cinema to see Tron, followed by a visit to a favorite snack spot for good food and lively conversation about the film.
• Bowling Saturdays on November 8, 15, 22, when the bowling crew met at Bowlero Belleville for friendly competition, pizza, and plenty of cheering each other on.
• A Pinecone Winter Craft at Studio Arc on November 9, with creativity in full swing as artisans made festive pinecone-tree crafts to decorate their homes for the winter season.
• Hotel Respite Weekend November 14 to 16, where the group visited Bear Mountain State Park, celebrated birthdays, and enjoyed a variety of activities and a chance to get away with peers for the weekend.
• S.T.E.M Day @ Studio Arc on November 16, where participants explored science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on experiments and designed their own video games.
• A Friendsgiving Celebration on November 23, featuring crafts, games, and a delicious Thanksgiving meal shared among friends.

The Adult Recreation program is always looking for new ways to enrich the lives of its participants and provide them with enjoyable and meaningful experiences. If your loved one with intellectual or developmental disabilities is interested in educational programming, community experiences, seasonally themed events, or weekend group respite programs, you can learn more about all of these activities at The Arc’s Recreation Services page, and view the current Recreation Catalog. Activities include crafting at Studio Arc, day trips to local attractions, seasonal parties, and more. Contact Assistant Director of Creative Services in Adult Services Dacia King-Sarkodie at (973) 535-1181 ext. 1272 or dking@arcessex.org for more information.