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SUMMARY:Rhode Island Elks Picnic for Citizens with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Christmas\, Holiday\, and other performers!\nIt would be a difficult task to find a bigger picnic in Rhode Island than the Elks 365 Outing\, which takes place on the first Thursday of August every year\, August 6th\, 2026. It is a heart-warming and extraordinary event that tugs at the heartstrings of every Elk and public official. The event is completely free for guests and is funded primarily by donations from RI Elks members through their 365 program. \nLast year\, the Rhode Island State Elks Association welcomed over 2500 citizens with special needs and their caregivers to the Masonic Youth Center off Long Street in Warwick\, offering vistas of Greenwich Bay. They handed out about 6\,000 items! Such as hats\, beads\, bracelets\, and blow-up guitars. Each guest was enthusiastically offered beaded necklaces from volunteers upon their entrance to the event. \nBesides a few of us Claus performers (15) visiting. Shriners Clowns were there entertaining. Lively music played by a DJ kept the energy going. \nSo\, get your coolest Summer Performer Attire together and join us for a truly emotionally rewarding day serving the citizens with special needs of our communities! Again\, everything is provided for you\, Food\, & Give aways! \nDirections: Masonic Youth Center 116 Long St Warwick RI 028886 \nWhen you turn onto the street that leads to the park drive slowly following the road all the way to the back. You will be parking amongst the trees and on the grass. Once parked keep pretty much follow the crowds to the covered picnic tables. \n 
URL:https://newenglandsantasociety.org/event/rhode-island-elks-picnic-for-citizens-with-special-needs/
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SUMMARY:Santa Camp – A School for Santa\, Mrs. Claus & the Elves 2026
DESCRIPTION:Santa Camp – A School for Santa\, Mrs. Claus & the Elves\, is offered by New England Santa Society and taught by a team of its members. The event will run Friday noon to Sunday afternoon. The program is open to anyone 21 years old and over who portrays or is interested in becoming Santa Claus\, Mrs. Claus\, an elf\, or other Christmas character.   \nSanta Camp has education as the main focus\, but additional group and individual activities contribute to a unique\, memorable weekend of learning\, camaraderie\, and fun. Recapture your youthful joy with a trip to summer camp — without the tents\, campfire meals\, and rustic facilities. The conference center provides hotel-like rooms\, full meal service and modern amenities. \nAny revenue earned supports New England Santa Society programs and activities. Santa Camp staff are all volunteers. \nMore details are available at the Santa Camp section of this website. \n2026 Santa Camp Offerings\nSanta Camp 2026 offers four separate courses. Detailed descriptions are available on the NESS Website. \nPreparing for the Sleigh (Comprehensive Course): This extensive course is for the new and experienced Santa\, Mrs. Claus and helpers. It covers everything from creating the character\, performance techniques\, marketing your services and much more. \nMrs. Claus and Helpers Program (Advanced): A full weekend program of lessons & activities for Mrs. Claus and helpers. The lessons will explore ways Mrs. Claus and others can operate as independent performers as well as with a partner. In addition to developing new skills\, the group will share ideas and projects. \nMarketing for the Clauses (Advanced Workshop): This hands-on seminar will focus on promoting Santa’s and Mrs. Claus’ activities and businesses. Participants will create and/or update various elements of their marketing plan and promotional materials. \nPerformance for the Clauses (Advanced Workshop): Practice\, refine\, and perfect your performance as Santa\, Mrs. Claus\, or a Claus Couple. Think of performance in the broadest sense: how can you improve all aspects of your Claus appearances including connecting with guests\, creating better photos\, and enhancing the whole experience. In addition to learning new skills and talents\, participants will share their favorite techniques\, props\, tools\, and ideas for various events. \nMore details are available at the Santa Camp section of this website. \nALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE\nThe program fee includes all seven meals (Friday lunch to Sunday lunch)\, two nights lodging and program fees and materials. \nCouples are welcome to attend. A “companion” option is offered to cover lodging\, meals\, use of the facilities and group social activities. It does not include attendance of classes\, workshop materials\, giveaways\, or certificates. \nTo reserve your spot\, a $175 deposit is required per person. Select the deposit ticket for the program you want to attend. You should select one ticket for each person attending. Deposits will be non-refundable after July 1\, 2026 unless there is someone to take your spot. \nAn invoice for the balance will be sent reflecting all discounts. For reservations made before July 1\, payments may be made in two installments by July 15 and August 10. Deposits purchased after July 1 but before July 31 can be paid in two installments: A $175 deposit needed at the time of booking to hold the reservation. The balance will be due by August 10. \nRegistration after July 31 requires full payment. \nA more detailed registration form will be sent with the registration confirmation. \nSanta Camp Fees\nAll Programs: $675.00 per person – All inclusive: covers attendance in selected program\, workshop materials\, two nights lodging\, seven meals\, class certificate and other supplies. \nCompanion Option: $525.00 per person – Includes two nights lodging\, seven meals\, and use of facilities. Attendance in program sessions and class materials are not included. \nSpecial Discounts\nCommuter Discount: $175.00 per person. Those who do not require lodging can commute daily. The fee includes all seven meals\, participation in all activities and all class materials. If you plan to commute\, also select the Commuter Option Ticket as well as the program ticket. Since learning takes place at meals and other events\, commuters should plan to be in attendance for all meals and class sessions\, including evening schedules. \nNESS Member Discount: All current New England Santa Society Full Members receive a $50 discount on any program fee total. Associate Members will receive $25 off. \nTwo-Workshop Discount: Couples or partners who both attend a program get $25 off each fee for a $50 total savings. Be sure to do both registrations on the same order. \nPreparing for the Sleigh Repeat: Those who have attended Preparing for the Sleigh previously can receive a $75 discount if wanting to attend the program again. No workshop materials or gifts are provided. Updated materials will be provided if needed. \nDiscounts or adjustments will automatically be applied to the balance due invoice. Refunds for full ticket payments will be provided for any eligible discounts or adjustments. \nPayment Schedule Available\nThose who register before June 15th can make payment of the total in three installments. A deposit is needed at time of booking to hold the reservation. The balance will be made in two equal payments on July 15 and August 10. \nDeposits purchased after June 15 but before July 31 can be paid in two installments. A deposit needed at the time of booking to hold the reservation. The balance will be due by August 10. \nReservations made after July 31 require full payment at the time of booking. \nLodging\nSpace is limited so lodging assignments will be made to maximize the beds available. \nLodge rooms have space for two or three maximum. Couples\, families and those with mobility issues will have priority for those rooms. \nThe deluxe cabins have four beds and two bathroom spaces. The regular cabins have four bunk beds but a maximum of only four campers will be assigned to each. In the case of the cabins\, same sex assignments of up to four will be made starting with adult-friendly cabins. Couples who could not be assigned to the lodge\, will be provided a cabin to themselves if possible. \nLimited spaces (5) are available for self-contained RV or pop-up parking. No hook-ups are available. No open fires are allowed. Bathroom and shower facilities will be available if needed. There are no additional fees. Each person staying will need to register with a regular ticket. All meals are included. When registering\, indicate if you’d like one of the spots. Price adjustments will be made for those who choose this option. \nPrivate single rooms are not available at this point. \nAnother option is to stay at a nearby hotel\, campground\, or resort and sign up for the Commuter Option for the course you wish to attend. All meals will be provided. \nMore details are available at the Santa Camp section of this website.
URL:https://newenglandsantasociety.org/event/santa-camp-2026/
LOCATION:Barbara C. Harris Camp & Conference Center\, 108 Wally Stone Lane\, Greenfield\, NH\, 03047\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Event Connor’s Kindness Project
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us in giving back to the local community. We have partnered with Connor’s Kindness Project to assist them with fulfilling their packing needs of Kindness Boxes. What is Connor’s Kindness Project? Here is their story. \nIn 2021\, Connor\, along with his nana\, Sharon Marrama\, started creating Covid Care Packages filled with activities and comfort items and delivered them to children in their community that were sick or in isolation from Covid. From there\, Connor and Sharon worked on a few other projects\, including compiling self-care baskets for the healthcare workers at Boston area hospitals\, holding a clothing and essentials drive to benefit another nonprofit\, Catie’s Closet\, and collaborating with Birthday Wishes to build and delivering 42 “birthday-in-a-box” for children in shelters. These experiences morphed into ideas about how CKP could execute their own mission\, and the Kindness Kit was born\, becoming CKP’s initial signature initiative. It was shortly thereafter that CKP became a MA nonprofit business and a 501 (c)(3). TO learn more about this amazing program\, click this link https://connorskindnessproject.org/ \nThose who are participating are asked to bring a ~$5 to $10 Lego Branded set and/or donate $25 to their organization. We will meet for Lunch at Panera Bread 300 Mishawum Rd Suite 500 Building E\, at 11:00am then off to help pack the boxes from 12:15-1:45pm. Space is very limited for this special event. Please join us for this unique and rewarding event. \nLocation: Connor’s Kindness Project 400 West Cummings Park Suite 3100 Woburn MA 01801\nPhone 781-389-3458 \n 
URL:https://newenglandsantasociety.org/event/community-event-connors-kindness-project-2/
LOCATION:Connor’s Kindness Project\, 400 West Cummings Park Suite 3100\, Woburn\, MA\, 01801\, United States
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