LoCo Wine Festival
April 25 @ 12:00 pm - April 26 @ 5:00 pm
Designed with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in mind; specifically, those who are interested in improving their wellbeing and quality of life. Participants explore areas of wellbeing during six, 60-minute sessions! Attendance of all sessions is strongly encouraged.
The free, research-based My Wellbeing program includes six, 60-minute sessions that cover three areas of wellbeing: social/emotional, financial, and physical. Led by Financial Literacy and Nutrition Educators from Loudoun Extension Services, each session will include information about the topic shared and opportunity to engage in hands-on learning and discussion. Each session closes with participants developing personal plans for their own wellbeing.
Sessions
Offered Fridays from April 3 – May 8, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Getting to Know You
Building community together
Time for Me
Understanding wellbeing
Social/Emotional Wellbeing
Building strong relationships
Financial Wellbeing
Understanding money
Physical Wellbeing
Enjoying good health and having energy
Pulling It All Together
Practicing how to make positive choices
Instructors
Abbey Burnett, M.S.
Financial Literacy Educator
Emily Jacobs, MS, RD
Nutrition Educator
Questions? Contact us at ally@thearcofloudoun.org.
Roughly a quarter of all U.S. adults have a disability—if you own or manage a business, that’s a lot of potential customers.
The Arc of Loudoun’s You Belong Here Disability Awareness and Accessibility Training helps businesses and their staff realize, understand and address the barriers people with all types of disabilities may face when they try to shop, stay or work at those businesses, and help businesses understand how people with disabilities might look for when finding and choosing a place to visit, shop or work.
When you complete the training you will receive a You Belong Here certification valid for a year, and a sensory comfort kit and reference materials to take back to work for a refresher on the training any time.
The training is offered by The Arc of Loudoun. The Arc of Loudoun’s mission is to advocate for, educate, serve and support people with disabilities. The Arc of Loudoun is committed to a just, equitable world for people with disabilities.
For more information about the training, contact us at info@thearcofloudoun.org.
The Arc of Loudoun strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable everyone, including people with disabilities, to engage fully. Anyone who requires a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability or needs language assistance should contact Eileen Shaffer at ally@thearcofloudoun.org. Three business days’ notice is requested.
Roughly a quarter of all U.S. adults have a disability—if you own or manage a business, that’s a lot of potential customers.
The Arc of Loudoun’s You Belong Here Disability Awareness and Accessibility Training helps businesses and their staff realize, understand and address the barriers people with all types of disabilities may face when they try to shop, stay or work at those businesses, and help businesses understand how people with disabilities might look for when finding and choosing a place to visit, shop or work.
When you complete the training you will receive a You Belong Here certification valid for a year, and a sensory comfort kit and reference materials to take back to work for a refresher on the training any time.
The training is offered by The Arc of Loudoun. The Arc of Loudoun’s mission is to advocate for, educate, serve and support people with disabilities. The Arc of Loudoun is committed to a just, equitable world for people with disabilities.
For more information about the training, contact us at info@thearcofloudoun.org.
The Arc of Loudoun strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable everyone, including people with disabilities, to engage fully. Anyone who requires a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability or needs language assistance should contact Eileen Shaffer at ally@thearcofloudoun.org. Three business days’ notice is requested.
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), in partnership with The Arc of Loudoun, will be at Rust Library on Tuesday, March 10, from 9:30-3:00PM. DMV Connect teams are equipped to conduct all DMV transactions except vital records and testing. Below is a list of all services they will be able to conduct at the event. Services are available for the whole family!
DMV Connect offers:
- REAL ID*
- Driver’s Licenses
- Identification Cards (Adult and Child)
- Adding Medical Indicator to ID Card
- Disabled Parking Placards
- Vehicle Titles (Titles will be mailed to customers)
- Hunting & Fishing Licenses
- Virginia Vital Records (Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates – will be mailed to customers)
- Address Changes
- Vehicle Registrations
- Compliance Summaries
- Transcripts
Steps to Register
- Click “Book an Appointment”
- Select the Service Type you need
- Enter the zip code 20176
- Select DMV Connect – Arc of Loudoun @ Rust Library
- Select your time slot
- Enter your contact information to confirm!
Walk-ins are welcome. If you want to register and need assistance, please email eshaffer@thearcofloudoun.org
*REAL ID: Virginia domestic air travelers 18 + who don’t have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification will pay a $45 “ConfirmID” fee as of Feb. 1
Passports: Did you know you can also get a Passport at Rust Library? Save a Trip: https://library.loudoun.gov/passport
The Arc of Loudoun strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable everyone, including people with disabilities, to engage fully. Anyone who requires a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability or needs language assistance should contact Eileen Shaffer at ally@thearcofloudoun.org. Three business days’ notice is requested.
Join us for our annual Disability Resource Fair, bringing together dozens of employers and community partners in one place.
Hosted by The Arc of Loudoun, this free event offers families, self-advocates, and caregivers the chance to learn more about the disability resources available throughout our community. Learn more about the Disability Resource Fair.
Interested in supporting this event? Let us know how you would like to be involved.
Do not miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and build meaningful community support.
The vast majority of people with disabilities never experience the thrill of independently riding a two-wheel bicycle during their lifetime. Recent research shows that over 80% of people with Autism and 90% of people with Down syndrome never learn to ride a two-wheel bicycle. iCan Bike defies those odds! The program builds on more than twenty years of research at the University of Illinois. Join us for camp the week of June 22nd!
Rider Information
Price: $400
Schedule
June 22nd to June 26
Parent orientation on June 21st
- Session #1: 8:30am – 9:45am
- Session #2: 10:05am – 11:20am
- Session #3: 11:40am – 12:55am
- Session #4: 2:00pm – 3:15pm
- Session #5: 3:35pm – 4:50pm
Each rider will attend the same 75-minute session, Monday through Friday.
Important to know:
- Dropping off riders at the program is not permitted. A parent, legal guardian or other adult authorized to take responsibility for the rider must remain on site for duration of each day’s 75-minute program.
- On Friday, a parent, family member or sibling is expected to participate in the session so they will be able to support the rider after camp ends.
- Each rider is expected to have his/her own bike helmet, and by Wednesday of that week, his/her own properly fitted bicycle. Guidelines will be provided.
Rider requirements:
- Have a disability
- Minimum age 8 years old
- Able to sidestep to both sides
- Able to attend camp all 5 days
- Able to walk without assistive device
- Maximum weight 220 lbs.
- Willing and able to wear a properly fitted bike helmet
- Minimum inseam of 20” (measure from floor while rider is wearing sneakers)
- Accompanied by parent/guardian willing and able to intervene or assist staff as requested in addressing any prolonged disruptive or aggressive behavior
Volunteer Information
No prior experience working with people with disabilities necessary! iCan Bike is a week-long camp for people with disabilities; 40 children and young adults learn to ride a bike with the support of 80 volunteers!
Volunteers walk/jog/run alongside a rider as they learn to ride on a specialized, adapted bike for a 75-minute session (with short breaks) for five days, Monday through Friday. You provide encouragement and physical support as needed. The bond between rider and volunteer helps riders stay encouraged and motivated all week and graduate to riding a two-wheel bike independently!
Schedule
June 22nd to June 26
Volunteer orientation on June 21st
- Session #1: 8:30am – 9:45am
- Session #2: 10:05am – 11:20am
- Session #3: 11:40am – 12:55am
- Session #4: 2:00pm – 3:15pm
- Session #5: 3:35pm – 4:50pm
Volunteer Requirements
- At least 14 years of age
- Can attend all five iCan Bike sessions
- Able to walk/jog approximately three miles during each 75-minute session
- Attend orientation Sunday, June 21, 1 – 2 pm
Many Thanks to Our Sponsors!
Questions? Email us at ally@thearcofloudoun.org
Wake Up to Make a Difference!
The Arc of Loudoun’s Opportunities Breakfast features a fast-paced program that includes networking, updates from organizational leadership, and powerful stories directly from the people whose lives are impacted by our work. There is no cost to attend, and breakfast is complimentary.
Gifts made during the Opportunities Breakfast directly support The Arc’s mission to advocate for, educate, serve, and support more than 5,000 people with disabilities and their families each year across our region.
Dress: Business Casual
Register to Attend or Sponsor!
Why Should Guests Attend?
Disability touches every community.
- One in four adults in the United States has some type of disability, and one in 36 children is diagnosed with autism (CDC).
- According to the 2022 American Community Survey, 30,373 Loudoun County residents (7.1 percent) have at least one disability.
- People with disabilities experience poverty at twice the rate of those without disabilities, due in part to barriers in employment, education, and the added costs of daily living.
- As Loudoun County continues to grow, so does the need for accessible programs and services that support low-income families and individuals with disabilities.
The Opportunities Breakfast invites guests to learn more, connect with our mission, and discover how together we can build a more inclusive community.
Attendance is free, and breakfast is provided.
While this event is a fundraiser, guests are simply invited at the end of the program to make a contribution if they feel inspired. There is no minimum or required gift.
Give Choose is a day of giving organized annually by the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties to support local nonprofits. The 24-hour day of giving makes all the difference for many nonprofits and the people we serve!
All Gifts Matter—every contribution helps move us closer to a more just, equitable world for people with disabilities.
- Your gift of $50 helps people with disabilities to be treated fairly and given the opportunity to reach their full potential.
- Your gift of $100 helps people with disabilities and their families’ overcome barriers and gain access to essential services.
- Your gift of $250 provides Bridge the Gap funds for students, clients and families to attend our programs and support emergency assistance.
- Your gift of $1,000 supports early intervention services for children age 18 months to 8 years old.
Did you know March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month?
Disabilities may be temporary—as when a person is healing from a broken bone, and disabilities may be invisible—as when someone is experiencing mental illness. The Arc of Loudoun offers a safe place to heal, to learn, and to grow for more than 5,000 of our neighbors each year facing disabilities of all kinds. Miracles happen here every day. Your generosity helps The Arc of Loudoun work to provide a lifetime of opportunities for people with disabilities.
Roughly a quarter of all U.S. adults have a disability—if you own or manage a business, that’s a lot of potential customers.
The Arc of Loudoun’s You Belong Here Disability Awareness and Accessibility Training helps businesses and their staff realize, understand and address the barriers people with all types of disabilities may face when they try to shop, stay or work at those businesses, and help businesses understand how people with disabilities might look for when finding and choosing a place to visit, shop or work.
When you complete the training you will receive a You Belong Here certification valid for a year, and a sensory comfort kit and reference materials to take back to work for a refresher on the training any time.
The training is offered by The Arc of Loudoun. The Arc of Loudoun’s mission is to advocate for, educate, serve and support people with disabilities. The Arc of Loudoun is committed to a just, equitable world for people with disabilities.
For more information about the training, contact us at info@thearcofloudoun.org.
The Arc of Loudoun strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable everyone, including people with disabilities, to engage fully. Anyone who requires a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability or needs language assistance should contact Eileen Shaffer at ally@thearcofloudoun.org. Three business days’ notice is requested.
We are excited to announce that The Arc of Loudoun is the charity partner of the LoCo Wine Festival this spring!
Join us April 25-26, 2026, noon to 5 pm! Get your tickets: locowinefestival.com/get-tickets
Join your friends in D.C.’s Wine Country for a wine tasting hosted by Loudoun County’s leading vineyards. Enjoy tastes from different local wineries while you meet and greet the knowledgeable people who are known for their high quality, Virginia wines. Enjoy delicious food, live music, shop from local artisans, and the opportunity to purchase your favorite wines by the glass, bottle, or case. There will be wine tastings, food trucks, life music, and a vendor market!
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Details
Venue
Aldie, VA 20105 United States + Google Map