Events
 Doo-Wop ‘n Rock Show
September 25, 2010
Adler Theatre
7:30pm
Bethany for Children & Families invites you to travel back in time and listen to the vintage sounds of the 1950s and 1960s when they roll into the Adler Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 25.
Performers include:
Jay & The Americans
This Magic Moment, Come a Little Closer, Only in America, She Cried, and Let’s Lock the Door
Johnny Tillotson
Poetry in Motion, It Keeps Right On a-hurtin’, You Can Never Stop Me Loving You, and Pledging My Love
Shirley Alston Reeves of The Shirelles
I Met Him on a Sunday, Will You Love Me Tomorrow, Tonight’s the Night, and Mama Said.
This fundraiser benefits the programs of Bethany for Children & Families and helps Bethany continue its mission to keep children safe, strengthen families, and build healthy communities. Show your support, reminisce about the good times, and flashback to the doo-wop era of root beer floats, convertibles, vinyl records, drive-ins, and diners.
The Be-Bop Before the Doo-Wop ‘n Rock VIP Pre-Party will be 5-7 p.m. at the River Center. A $67 ticket includes VIP seating and a VIP pre-show party with a meet-and-greet with the artists. Get your picture taken with the stars! Also enjoy 1950s and 1960s food and beverages.
Ticket Information: $27, $40, and $67 (VIP ticket)
Purchase tickets at: Adler Theatre Box Office, Ticketmaster.com, Charge by phone 800-745-3000, and Ticketmaster outlets including select Hy-Vee Food Stores.
 
 
 LET’S TALK!
September 13 & 14, 2010
Dr. Elizabeth Schroeder, an internationally recognized trainer, consultant, and author in the areas of sexuality education, youth development, and counseling, is here to teach you how to talk comfortably and knowledgably to teens about responsible sexuality.
What: Dr. Elizabeth Schroeder Educational Presentation
Date: September 13 & 14, 2010
Where: Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center
226 17th Street, Rock Island, Illinois
Monday, September 13, 2010
SESSION I 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Sexuality Education at Home: A Workshop for Parents
This highly interactive workshop will review the normal sexual development of children and provide tips for how to take advantage of “teachable moments.” Parents will practice answering questions children might ask about sexuality and have an opportunity to clarify their values about issues related to sexuality and their children. Resources such as booklists, Web sites and hotlines will be distributed.
Who should attend: This presentation is for parents and other interested community members.
Cost: FREE - Registration not required.
CLICK HERE for a flyer!
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
SESSION II 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sexuality Education Basics: Strategies for Teaching Sexuality to high school and middle school students.
The purpose of this workshop is to provide participants with opportunities to learn about and practice basic teaching methodologies and techniques that work well for conducting sexuality education programs with young people.
What about the Boys?: Teaching sexuality accurately and effectively with boys.
The vast majority of sexuality education curricula and programs are created with the needs of girls in mind. This training will provide the most up-to-date information available about how boys learn, how co-ed sexuality education programming has failed boys and what educators can do to be sure to reach all students and workshop participants.
Who should attend? This presentation is for social service professionals, educators, nurses, school counselors, parents, and other professionals who work with youth.
Cost: $40 per person, includes continental breakfast and lunch.
CLICK HERE for a flyer!
Please CLICK HERE to register! Seating is limited.
Family Awards Night
November 4, 2010
Bethany for Children & Families invites you to nominate a family or company for a “Family of the Year Award.” Winners will receive their honors at the Family Awards Dinner on November 4, 2010. Categories include: Adoptive Family of the Year, Foster Family of the Year, Advocate of the Year, Corporate Family-Friendly Business of the Year, Leadership Family of the Year, and Volunteer of the Year. Click here for a nomination form. Forms must be submitted no later than September 24, 2010.
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Other important dates
September 2010
Community Education Workshop
The Ultimate Doo Wop Show
Baby Safety Month
October 2010
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
November 2010
Family Awards Night
National Family Week
National Adoption Month
Red Stocking Appeal
December 2010
Angel Tree donations
January 2011
Poison Prevention Awareness Month
February 2011
Maggie's Fund Appeal
Give Kids A Smile Day
March 2011
National Social Worker Month
Parent Leadership Month
April 2011
Administrative Professionals' Day Luncheon – 4/16
Child Abuse Prevention Month
May 2011
Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month
June 2011
Cones for Kids
Children’s Awareness Month
July 2011
111 year anniversary of
Bethany for Children & Families
Social Wellness Month
August 2011
Back to School Appeal
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