By jennyp, on January 26th, 2012
  
  
Recently, boys from Boy Scout Troop 313 participated in a drumming group with Laura Baker clients, as part of their Disability Awareness Merit Badge. Previous to this, they had an opportunity to learn about People First language, disability etiquette, a little about what we do here at LBSA, and types of assistive technology. The coolest part was watching the boys go from seeming apprehensive to saying things like, “People with disabilities are actually fun to be with!” The boys have more requirement to complete, but are off to a good start. Thank you to everyone (parents, LBSA staff, and our enthusiastic clients) for facilitating this experience!
By jennyp, on March 9th, 2011
 Some of our Laura Baker clients have been teaming up with Girl Scout Daisy Troop 25258 (1st graders) over the last year. Their recent project has been compiling “Birthday Kits” for the Community Action Center. Each kit contains birthday items such as cake mixes, candles, plates, juice boxes, etc. so families can celebrate their child’s birthday despite economic hardship. Some items were donated by LBSA staff, with the remainder being purchased from the girls’ cookie sales earnings.
By blee, on August 12th, 2010
The Laura Baker Choir did a phenomenal job at their concert on July 27. The whole audience was enjoying every bit of it. They performed 9 beautiful songs, and most of them had a solo or two in each song. No one in the choir held back, everyone really gave it their all and shared their love of music with the audience. Thanks to the choir for putting on a spectacular show.
We want to give a special thanks to Jenny, the choir director, and everyone who works directly with the choir. They do such a good job at helping this choir make wonders. Thanks to all the friends, families, and staff who came to support them; being there really means so much to them.
Be sure to look for their next concert.
By jennyp, on August 3rd, 2010
Have you had a chance to look — I mean REALLY look — at the art display in the dining room? The art that our clients have created (and the photos showing the process) are really quite outstanding. I hope others will take a few minutes to really appreciate their efforts—there are some great things happening around here!
 
Added from Martin:
The 2010 Art Show includes both individual and collaborative work by clients of Oak Street Services, SILS & Community Homes — and from students of the Laura Baker School!
You may contact martin@laurabaker.org for more information about the Client Art Show, and also visit www.laurabaker.org/programs/art-program
Martin Thorsheim,
LBSA Artist-in-Residence
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