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Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.

-Dalai Lama XIV

Coming Up!

Joyful Journey Classic Celebrity Softball Game and Home Run Derby

Presented by: Elite Air and Elite Gymnastics

We are playing for a purpose on Sunday, August 23rd from 12:30pm-5:00pm, so mark your calendar! The 5th annual Joyful Journey Classic will feature Greater Lafayette’s favorite hometown heroes and local celebrities as they battle it out at Loeb Stadium in a friendly game of softball. This is not only good wholesome fun, it's also in support of Joyful Journey! This event is open to the public, and admission is “pay what you wish.” For more information follow the QR Code or go to www.jjclassic.org.

The Home Run Derby- The event kicks off with a Home Run Derby competition at 12:30p. To compete in the Home Run Derby you must be 18+ and pay the entry fee of $25. The winner will receive a cash prize!  For derby registration details, go to www.jjclassic.org or scan the QR Code.

Ball Shaggers Needed- The Home Run Derby is an amazing competition that moves very quickly! We need people to shag balls in the outfield to help us keep the event running smoothly. Outfielders must be 11 years and older. Teens and adults are encouraged to sign up. Free entry to the Classic! For more info and to sign up:

Become a Sponsor- If your business or family would like to be a sponsor for the Joyful Journey Classic, please contact Bess Witcosky at 765-607-6156 or email bess@joyfuljourneywl.org.

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Celebrity Softball Game- The Celebrity softball game opening ceremony will begin at 2:30p with full game running time from 3p-5p. Come out and cheer on your fellow community members in this memorable and fun game!

Kids Corner- Fun for the whole family! Kids get to enjoy free Kids Corner activities and win prizes. Then they can run the bases at the end of the game!

Silent Auction and Raffle- We have some great baskets to bid on in the silent auction. The auction will be online so you can try to win at the event or from the comfort of your own home.

Trips of a Lifetime- Travel Package auction!! Do you want to take the trip of a lifetime and support Joyful Journey? Destinations will be revealed soon.

Maintaining an optimal level of wellness is crucial to quality of life. At Joyful Journey, six Domains of Wellness guide the development of programs and activities, ensuring each Friend’s unique needs and strengths are supported. This month, we’re focusing on what it means to have emotional health—and why it matters so much.

We define the Emotional Domain as reminiscing about personal histories and experiences to access emotions and memories. Emotional wellbeing opportunities can also promote optimism, self-esteem/confidence, and self-acceptance.

At Joyful Journey, we intentionally create moments that encourage laughter, reflection, friendship, and self-expression because emotional wellbeing is not only about managing difficult emotions—it is also about celebrating life's meaningful moments and maintaining a positive outlook. By nurturing emotional health, Friends are better equipped to engage in daily activities, build relationships, and enjoy an enhanced quality of life.



Pictured: Every birthday at Joyful Journey is a special moment to celebrate with cake and singing! We also craft a birthday packet for each Friend that highlights all things related to their specific birthday- birthstone, birth flower, the price of bread, cars and houses for that birth year, the fashion, and so much more!

A 501(c)3 Charitable Organization thankful for all donations and memorials.