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Dear Friends,
Here we go!
Summer was such a fun and vibrant season at the Funhouse, and now, with the change of seasons and a new school year ahead, we’re excited to launch a whole new round of enriching afterschool programs. From music, art, science, and technology, our classes will offer a wide range of activities for kids of all ages—from birth through 18.
Our teen mentoring programs are also underway, with some incredible matches being made. We’re planning more fun events too—opportunities for kids to connect, socialize, and build healthy, positive norms both at school and in the community. As the saying goes, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” We know that by providing a safe space for kids to belong and discover, we’re creating protective factors that support their health and well-being, while also building resilience and confidence to face life’s challenges.
Now in my second year of leading the team at the Funhouse Commons, I am more convinced than ever of the vital role we play in our community. And as we continue the work that began 25 years ago, we’re thrilled to invite you to help us celebrate this milestone.
We’ll be hosting a 25th Anniversary Thank You Party to honor our original founders, board members, directors, staff, volunteers, and donors—those whose heart, soul, time, and generosity have made the Funhouse a beacon of light in San Juan County. This will be a casual celebration where you can meet our staff, see what’s happening inside the Funhouse, enjoy a slideshow, hear words of gratitude, and of course, share some delicious wood-fired pizza, hot apple cider, and homemade desserts.
If you’d like to join the celebration, click here.
It takes a Village, and the Funhouse!
Ryan Carpenter
Executive Director
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