The Arc of Bartholomew County

02/09/2026

Make sure to include yourself in the list of things you need to take care of this week.

We have a long road ahead of us in the disability community and we need to be our best physically and mentally.

Today 10am at The Arc of Bartholomew County we have Yoga Therapy with Lezlie! I'm going and I would love to see you there.

02/07/2026

An amazing day of community! I love this event because it gives us the opportunity to connect and talk to each other over sweet treats and live jazz music. And when the dancers came out, the crowd cheered! The chicken dance was the icing on the cake. Thanks Bill Elmore. Wonderful. ❤️xoxo

02/07/2026

💗 TODAY! 12 - 3pm 💗 You are invited to attend this amazing day of art, live music, delicious nibbles, community connection, and a chance to pick up our brand new rescource guide for yourself or someone you know! SEE YOU THERE! 💗💗

FREE parking in the parking garage. Use the 4th Sreet Commons entrance by Blacksheep Restaurant.

02/07/2026

Yummy! Saturday 12 - 3pm The Commons ❤️ See you there! ❤️ Free parking in the parking garage. Enter on the 4th Street side.

We can't wait to see you tomorrow at Always Ready for Chocolate!

02/06/2026

Our vendors make Always Ready for Chocolate possible! 💗 We look forward to seeing you Saturday at The Commons from 12 - 3pm. TICKETS www.thearcbc.org OR at the door!

💗 Gramz Bakery
❤️ Sunny Daze Mobile Bar
💗 REACH Columbus
❤️ Neuroversity
💗 Bartholomew County Democratic Women
❤️ First National Bank
💗 Lezlie Blair Yoga and Meditation
❤️ The Arc of Indiana
💗 The Arc of Bartholomew County
❤️ Assisted Independence
💗 Bartholomew Public Library
❤️ Inclusive Options
💗 LEL Home Services
❤️ Anderson Therapy Group
💗 Centerstone
❤️ Stone Belt Arc
💗 REACHability
❤️ Ivy Tech - Columbus
💗 Empower BCSC
❤️ Michael Stamer
💗 Sweet Village Treats
❤️ Wild Roots Yoga
💗 Alternative Care Solutions
❤️ Masala Magic
💗 Imprint Pediatric Therapy
❤️ United Way of Bartholomew County
💗 Edward Jones
❤️ Self Advocates of Bartholomew County
💗 Columbus Area Down Syndrome Support Group
❤️ Columbus Autism Network
💗 Cove Direct Primary Care
❤️ Care Star Case Management

🎶 Amanda Webb Band
💃 Shake Down Dancers
💌 The Commons!

02/05/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Gramz Bakery and Sunny Daze Mobile Bar as our featured drink vendors this year's at Always Ready for Chocolate!

Indulge in delicious treats and refreshing beverages while enjoying the festive atmosphere.

Can't wait to see you there! Tickets at www.thearcbc.org or at the door.

02/03/2026

As the Executive Director of The Arc of Bartholomew County I am proud to present our new Resource Guide. This guide was created to connect individuals with disabilities and their families with valuable support services throughout our community.

This free 40 page guide will be available for the first time to be distributed at our Annual Always Ready for Chocolate event this Saturday February 7th, 12-3pm at The Commons. (Fingers crossed! The printer is working hard to make it happen).

This Resource Guide and the Always Ready for Chocolate event are made possible because of our generous sponsors, Cummins, Old National Bank, Heritage Fund of Bartholomew County, The Custer and Nugent Foundations, and many more.

I hope to see you at Always Ready for Chocolate and look forward to telling you about the amazing people we serve in Bartholomew County and the community members that support them! Tickets online or at the door. www.thearcbc.org

02/02/2026

At The Arc of BartholomewCounty, we celebrate Black History Month by honoring the leaders, advocates, and trailblazers whose legacies continue to shape our communities. ⭐️

02/02/2026

Email info@thearcbc.org for questions. 💙

02/01/2026

https://thearcbc.networkforgood.com/events/91835-always-ready-for-chocolate-2026?fbclid=IwdGRjcAPsod9jbGNrA-np7WV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVNGaDQxMXpGM2FPVnFCNEFzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe5gPwBzYOqEDtJy_-aFK7wX6a_PJ7OadLeilS4JzDf7gFoluLgM-oR_T1sWo_aem_oSlIMoSmooT49zFkFzmgCA

Always Ready for Chocolate, a sweet and meaningful community event benefiting The Arc of Bartholomew County!
💗 Spend the afternoon enjoying chocolate, creativity, and connection while learning more about local businesses, resources, and supports.
🍨 Delicious desserts and treats from local bakeries, restaurants, and organizations
🎶 Live entertainment with the Amanda Webb Band and the Shake Down Dancers!
🎨 An art show and sale featuring artwork by individuals with disabilities
🍪 A brand new Cookie Walk this year!
Event details-
📅 February 7, 2025
🕐 12:00–3:00 PM (Indiana – Eastern Time)
🏠 The Commons
300 Washington St., Columbus, IN 47201
Tickets and details are available at the link provided. We hope you’ll join us!
https://thearcbc.networkforgood.com/events/91835-always-ready-for-chocolate-2026?fbclid=IwY2xjawPp6e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFTRmg0MTF6RjNhT1ZxQjRBc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuYD8Ac2DqhA7Scv_mhSu8F-mvzyezmnS3opUuCcw3-4BaJbi4DPqEf09bFq_aem_oSlIMoSmooT49zFkFzmgCA

01/30/2026

Awesome news!

We welcome today’s announcement that the planned 10% Medicaid rate cut for ABA therapy will be reduced to 6%. We are grateful to the many families who contacted their legislators and the governor’s office to explain how a 10% cut would have affected their children’s services. We also thank Rep. Robb Greene, Rep. Becky Cash, and Rep. Lori Goss-Reaves for their leadership. Their steadfast advocacy on this issue made a meaningful difference for families across Indiana. Learn more here: https://www.arcind.org/news/advocacy-works-good-news-on-aba-rates/

01/30/2026

Explore the ARFC Art Market, featuring talented artists from Developmental Services, Inc. a nonprofit providing a wide range of services for children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

"DSI is always happy to be part of The Arc of Bartholomew County's events—but we're extra excited when they blend creativity, inclusion, and chocolate! ✨☺️

This art show is a perfect reminder that beauty comes in so many forms…and sometimes, it’s delicious too.🎨🍫"

No one says it better than DSI! Yet your tickets now! www.thearcbc.org 💗

Saturday Feb 7th • 12-3pm • The Commons