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Empowering adults with disabilities through learning and social engagement that fosters independence.

02/14/2026

💖 Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at SLI 💖

Today we just want to say something simple and important.
We love you.

To our students, we love your curiosity, your big ideas, your laughter, and the way you light up when you discover something new. Watching you grow is the best part of what we do.

To our families, thank you for trusting us, partnering with us, and cheering alongside us. We see you and we appreciate you more than you know.

To our supporters, volunteers, and community, your kindness and belief in our mission make everything possible. We feel that love every single day.

SLI is more than a program. It is a community built on care, encouragement, and showing up for each other.

From our staff to all of you, thank you for letting us be part of your journey. We are so grateful for you today and every day. ❤️

With love,
Mari, Abby H. , Abby S., and Penny

02/11/2026

🦠Closure Alert 🦠

In an abundance of caution, due to staff illness, the Social and Learning Institute will also be closed tomorrow, February 12th. Both today (Feb 11th) and tomorrow (Feb 12th) will be made up in March. The SLI Valentine’s party will be moved to Thursday, Feb 19th. If you have any questions please reach out to Director Abby.

Thank you for your understanding and support. We cannot wait to see all our beloved students next week when we return! We hope you all stay well.

02/11/2026

🦠Closure Alert 🦠

Due to staff illness, the Social and Learning Institute will be closed today, February 11th. This day will be made up in March. If you have any questions please reach out to Director Abby.

We will keep you updated on any further changes!

01/29/2026

🍯🫐 Learning about nutrition never tasted so good! 🫐🍯

Today our students explored how everyday foods can fuel our bodies and still feel like a treat. With Greek yogurt, fresh blueberries, honey, and rice cakes, we learned that building a snack can be both nutritious and delicious. Proof that learning life skills can be hands-on, fun, and yes… pretty sweet.

At SLI, we love turning lessons into real-life moments that help our students grow in confidence and independence one bite at a time 💛

01/20/2026

The frozen pipes issue has been fully addressed and, thankfully, no pipes burst.
We will be OPEN tomorrow and look forward to welcoming everyone back.
Thank you for your patience.

01/15/2026

❄️ Reminder – Closed Today ❄️

Due to weather conditions, the Social & Learning Institute is closed today, Thursday, January 15.

Thank you for your flexibility. Stay safe and warm, everyone!

01/14/2026

❄️ Weather Notice ❄️

Due to inclement weather, the Social & Learning Institute will be closed on Thursday, January 15.

We appreciate your understanding and will share any updates here if needed.

01/14/2026

⚠️ Weather Update ⚠️

Due to inclement weather, the Social & Learning Institute will be closing today at 12:30 PM to ensure the safety of our staff and students.

Please stay safe, stay warm, and keep an eye on our page for any additional updates. Thank you for your understanding!

01/01/2026

🎉✨ Happy New Year from the Social & Learning Institute! ✨🎉

Good morning, 2026! We’re stepping into this brand new year with full hearts, fresh energy, and so much excitement for what’s ahead. Our students bring the joy, the laughter, and the magic that make SLI feel like a second home, and we can’t wait to keep building memories with them this year.

To our families, staff, supporters, and friends - thank you for being part of our story. Your kindness and encouragement carry us into the new year with hope and purpose.

Here’s to new opportunities, new adventures, and another year of growth and connection.

Happy New Year’s Day from SLI!
Wishing you a bright, joyful, and peaceful start to 2026.

01/01/2026

What an incredible night! ✨🪩

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Glitter Ball Bingo and helped make it such a success. We had a full room, nonstop smiles, and so many wonderful moments of connection. The energy was joyful from start to finish, and it truly felt like a celebration of our community.

Thank you for showing up, having fun, and being part of something special. We hope you had as much fun as we did, and we look forward to seeing you again at future events!

12/31/2025

We would like to extend a huge thank you to Pat, Kat, Kendra, and Robin for spending their time with us today to help prepare for Glitter Ball Bingo. These four showed up with energy, positivity, and a “tell me what needs done” attitude and we could not be more grateful.

What makes it even more special? They’re family members of our staff, and they chose to support us simply because they care. Their selfless willingness to jump in, roll up their sleeves, and help bring our vision to life is something we don’t take for granted.

To Pat, Kat, Kendra, and Robin: thank you for showing up, for supporting our team, and for proving that community often starts with family.

And to our SLI families and friends who came out to play bingo tonight, thank you. Your presence, enthusiasm, and support remind us why we do what we do. Seeing you fill the room with laughter and connection means everything.

To everyone who helped set up, showed up, or cheered us on: we appreciate you more than you know.

12/31/2025

💛 WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU! 💛

We’re setting up, we’re sparkling, and we’re so excited to welcome you to Glitter Ball Bingo tonight! 🎈✨

📍 SLI
⏰ 4–6pm
🎟️ Bingo cards start at 3 for $10
🏆 Golden Card = $100 for unlimited cards (solo use for the purchaser)
🍽️ Delicious dinner available for a $10 donation
🎈 Balloon drop at 5:50pm

Bring your friends, your family, your lucky charms (and maybe your stretchy pants because Mari’s cooking is THAT good 😂).

It’s cozy, it’s early, it’s festive, and we can’t wait to ring in the new year with YOU. 💛

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