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DoodleBug Expands to Serve Adult Day Program and HS Transition Groups

DoodleBug Workshop now offers a one-session experience for Adult Day Program and High School Transition Groups to create a unique product

Participants in the Awesome Life Academy program from Naperville created decorative snowmen at DoodleBug Workshopd
Participants in the Awesome Life Academy program from Naperville created decorative snowmen at DoodleBug Workshopd (DoodleBug Workshop Photo)

DoodleBug Workshop is inviting groups that serve people with special needs to come for a special two-hour session. The Workshop, based at 314 S. Main Street in Wheaton, welcomes men and women with special needs ages 16 to 60+ and teaches them to use tools to make decorative and practical products out of wood, resin and other materials.

In addition to regular weekly classes, DoodleBug Workshop now has a one-session program they are expanding for Adult Day Program and High School Transition groups. Participants create a unique product that they take home with them. Lunch and a stroll in downtown Wheaton can be included. Executive Director of DoodleBug Workshop Sarah Starke says: "What we offer is a fulfilling social experience in addition to the skill-building exercise. Everyone has a great time!"
The JCS Arts, Health and Education Fund of DuPage Foundation is supporting this program with a $5000 donation.

Any groups interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity should contact Sarah Starke at sarah@doodlebugworkshop.com. Follow DoodleBug Workshop activities on Facebook.

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