Jan262010

Missed the book sale?? Really?

Did you miss the MASSIVE Book Sale in the ARC Pavilion last weekend?

Really?? Ah well, not to worry we still have plenty of books, movies and music in both the ARC Stores…. and Jennifer, Chico associate extraordinaire, will be happy to help you.

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Paperbacks are just 75cents and Hardbound are $1.50

There’s tons of classics, mysteries, educational and children titles to choose from. Plus we have comfy chairs.

You’ll find a great read and be supporting a great cause at the same time.

Come in, look around and say “Hi” to the ARC’s Adult Day Program clients who work in the store. They’ll be happy to help, too.


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Jan162010

MASSIVE Book Sale Jan 24th

10am- 2pm, ARC Pavilion,

2040 Park Ave., Chico

BookSalePosterThe ARC Store is over flowing with books so it’s time for a  MASSIVE Book Sale!

25 cents Paperbacks, 50 cents Hardbound

Check and cash only.

Funds raised at this event benefit the ARC Family Support Programs. Since 1953, the ARC of Butte County has been devoted to providing high quality services for special needs children and adults with developmental disabilities. Offering hope and service for 57 years.

Come join us! You’ll find a great read and support a great cause!

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Dec282009

E Waste Drop Off ~ Jan 16th!

EWaste FlyerBasically we’ll take anything with a plug.

Got any questions about what can be dropped off?? Call the Chico ARC Store at 343.3666 or the Oroville ARC Store at 532.1272

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Dec182009

Gift Wrap & Raffle! Dec 19-24

The ARC’s Gift Wrap booths are OPEN!

Bring your family’s gifts to either ARC Store (Chico or Oroville) and our volunteers will wrap them with beautiful paper. You’ll save time and you’ll be supporting a great cause. All the money raised by the booths helps the ARC’s Family Support Programs.

We are also having a raffle at the Gift Wrap Booth from Dec 19th to Dec 24th. Tickets $1

1st Prize:

6-Month Family Membership from the Chico Racquet Club and Spa

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2nd Prize:

Handpainted Golden Floral 1950’s Japanese Tea Set

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3rd Prize: $25 ARC Store Gift Certificate

The lucky winners will be drawn at Noon on Dec 24th. You could win a great gift for your family!

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Chico ARC Store @ 2020 Park Ave., 343.3666

Oroville ARC Store @ 2745 Oro Dam Blvd., 532.1272

Our many thanks to the following Sponsors of the Gift Wrap Booths: Stott Outdoor, Interwest Insurance, Sweeney and Sweeney Insurance, Dahlmeier Insurance and the National Charity League.

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Dec142009

Arc Fab Fash

The ARC Store went through a wonderful transformation in 2009.

Both ARC Stores in Chico and Oroville were redesigned. All merchandise was reorganized with you, our valued customer, in mind. Our hope being that you’ll have a positive shopping experience… finding great prices, quality used items, friendly staff, a clean store… and want to return.

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One of our new additions this year is the “Fabulous Fashion” section (seen above) run by Shelley Mayo, Chico Arc Store Supervisor. Shelley, our fashion guru and Twitter queen, has an eye for quality designer clothes and accessories.

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She finds unique items among the donations and then displays them up front in the beautiful “Fabulous Fashion” section. Everyday there’s something different… and they move fast so come on in and see what’s new.

IMG_3491You will most definately find a great bargain on a quality item. Who knows, you just might be able to get all your gift shopping done and safe money at the same time.

Don’t forget that the proceeds from both ARC Stores funds the ARC’s Family Support Programs. Thank you for shopping with us and showing your support of the Arc of Butte County.


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Dec092009

Overflowing with Holiday Cheer!

Have you been in the Chico ARC Store this month??

Trees, ornaments and more at the Chico ARC Store!

Trees, ornaments and more at the Chico ARC Store!

If you’re looking for beautiful decorations to bring some holiday cheer to your home or office than come on by! We have trees, ornaments, cards, gift wrap, ribbons and bows… everything you could need!
Plus, there’s always a “Manager’s Special”… so you are bound to find some great holidays gifts at a great price.

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Nov172009

Wanna be an Elf?

We need volunteers to staff this years Holiday Gift Wrap Booth.

The Arc’s annual Holiday Gift Wrap Booth has been a festive tradition for over 30 years. This important fundraiser is made possible with the help of volunteers from the community. Over the years, many individuals,  families, local groups and clubs have volunteered as a way to give back to the community during the holiday season.

Our volunteers can wrap anything

ARC's Gift Wrap Booth Volunteers

“It’s great fun, “says Patti Thomas, Arc Associate Director, “My son Michael and I always spend a few hours each season at the booth wrapping gifts. We get to spend time together and spread holiday joy at the same time.”

We’d like to ask you to help spread a little holiday cheer with us by helping wrap gifts in our booth this holiday season.

When: December 19th thru 24th

Where:  Both the Chico ARC Store @ 2020 Park Avenue and the Oroville ARC Store @ 2745 Oro Dam Blvd.

All proceeds from this fundraiser stay local and benefit the Arc’s Family Support Programs.

Whether you can give an hour or an afternoon we’d love to have you join us. Please, contact me so we can find the best spot for you on the volunteer schedule.

Happy Holidays!

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Sep282009

From Baja to Brazil… YUM!!

YES! It’s time for the ARC’s 14th Annual Dinner and Silent Auction!! Nov 7th.

DinnerAuction2009 FLYERLast year’s festive theme “From Baja to Brazil” was such a hit we decided to do it again!

The night’s merriment will include an aromatic Brazilian BBQ, traditional Baja cuisine…plus live music, a Hora Feliz Cantina cocktail bar and, of course, our ever popular silent auction. Tickets are $40 … Get your tickets at either ARC Store in Chico (2020 Park Ave) or Oroville (2745 Oro Dam Blvd). You’ll have blast and support a great cause! See the pictures from last year on the ARC’s Facebook Page… we all had a great time!

Got questions? Call 891.5865 or email info@arcbutte.org… or leave a comment. I’ll get back to you asap :o

Proceeds from this event stay local and benefit our Family Support Program in Chico & Oroville.

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Sep242009

8th Year in A Row!!

We Won 1ST PLACE… again!!!

BEST IN CHICO

Chico ARC Store

From the “Best Of Chico” Guide in the CN&R… “Chico’s ARC Store  is a great thrift store town, and the favorite (for several years running now) is the south-Chico behemoth known simply as The Arc. In an ongoing circle of recycling, people and businesses of Chico drop off their used clothing, kitchen wares, books, records, electronic equipment and furniture, only to return and pick up more bargains to replace their donated goods. Of course, Arc is a lot more than your typical thrift store; the money from your purchases goes to the Arc of Butte County, the local program that serves the disabled in our community.”

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Thank you to everyone who voted for us! We appreciate your support of the ARC Store and the ARC of Butte County!

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Sep212009

“E Waste” Drop Off Oct 3rd

What are you suppose to do with that old computer collecting dust in the garage? You know it has toxic chemicals that must be disposed of properly or it will pollute our soil and ground water…but exactly how do you dispose of it??  Well, you bring it to the Arc!

You’ll be happy to know that the Arc in cooperation with WTP will be hosting a “E-Waste Recycling Drop Off” Day Saturday Oct 3rd from 9am to 2pm. “Basically, we’ll accept anything with a plug.” says Brenda Easter, Arc Thrift Store manager.

Bring all your obsolete electronics and we’ll dispose of it all in accordance with State Regulations. We’ll take your CRT’s (TV’s, monitors, laptops), all universal waste like radios, VCR’s, keyboards, cell phones and more will be accepted. 

 The ARC Store will be accepting E-Waste in both Chico & Oroville!

- Chico ARC Store: @ 2020 Park Avenue (343.3666)

- Oroville ARC Store: @ 2745 Oro Dam Blvd (532.1272)

 WTP is a California Approved Collector / Recycler Permit #101162. They can be contacted at 1.888.889.0101 or 530.865.8708

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