News for the week

A HOPE Store Update
Each year during the summer the number of customers who come to the HOPE Store increases drastically and this year is no exception! The two biggest requests that we get each week are fans and toiletries (deodorant, soap, shampoo, conditioner, etc.). If you have any of these items, our customers would greatly appreciate them. Donations are taken Monday through Thursday 9-4 or on Friday from 9-2.

A FAITH Warehouse Wish list
There are several people in the community without a bed to sleep on. We have mattresses but no frames. If you have a twin or full bed frame or even a twin or full bed set that you could part with, please contact us at 309-676-3000. Other needs include dressers, tables and chairs.

Get Hype
Mission Peoria is just around the corner! There is just under a month until 150 teenagers take the city by storm. If you haven’t signed up yet, talk to Corey ASAP and sign up today! Get ready to BREAK FREE!

A BIG Thank You!

We would like to thank all who came out to help last Saturday for the HOPE Store workday. There were about 60 volunteers and we got a ton done! We couldn’t have gotten everything done without you!
If you want to be a part next time, we will be having another workday sometime this fall. Keep checking the site for more information!

News for the Week

HOPE Store Workday
The HOPE Store needs your help! We are opening for a special workday on Saturday, June 13th from 9-1pm. We are going to be doing a major overhaul of the backroom and storage areas, so we need all hands on deck. If you have a small group that would like to help out, come on by! If you just want to come on your own, we could use your help too!
If you can’t come the whole time, but just for a little bit, that’s just fine too!
We hope to see you there!


So You Think You Can Dance, Part Duex
The second session of the Dream Center Dance Studio is starting Thursday, June 18th.
Cost is $35 for eight weeks of 45 min classes. All classes will be held on Thursday nights.
5:30-6 Age 3-6 Kids
6-6:45 Kids Ballet
6:45-7:30 Kids Hip Hop
7:30-8:15 Adult Hip Hop
8:15-9 Adult Ballet
If you are interested in joining us, please sign up at the Dream Center offices.

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Do you have plastic grocery bags?
Recycle them in a new way! The HOPE Store is looking for clean plastic grocery bags to sack clothing in for clients. Not only will this help you get rid of the pile that continues to build, but it will also help us help others. If you have bags that you want to drop off, please bring them to the office on the second floor of the Dream Center.

I’m dreaming of Mission Peoria
If you are in youth and haven’t signed up for Mission Peoria, what are you waiting for? It’s a fun mission filled week here in Peoria. Not only will you get to show the love of Christ to kids and adults around your hometown, but you will get to do it in the company of friends! Talk to your youth leader about how to sign up today!

Get ready for a fun filled summer!
Keep on the lookout for more information about:
Taste Illinois
AOK: Summer Cookout
Mission Peoria
Backpack Peoria
Adopt-a-Block
Metro Kidz
Computer Classes
The Grand Opening of the Youth Facility

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It’s not too late to Volunteer!
The Dream Center is looking for volunteers in a few areas. If you are interested, please contact the ministry leader.

Adopt-A-Block Deb Fileta debra.k.fileta@gmail.com
AOK Events Angela Hawkins angela.hawkins@riversidepeoria.org
Computer/Mentoring Mike Davidson miked973@gmail.com
HOPE Store Christina Koeppel christina.koeppel@dreamcenterpeoria.org

HOPE Store Requests
The HOPE Store is in need of the following items:

• Young Men’s Clothing (clothing for teenage boys)
• Men’s Clothing
• Plus Size Women’s Clothing
• Shoes for all ages
• Socks and Underwear for all ages
• Sheets and Blankets for all sizes of beds
• Shampoo, Conditioner and Deodorant

Donation drop off times are Monday-Friday 9-4pm.

DCP News for the Week

Important Information for DC Dance Studio
The Dance Studio will be holding informational meetings about the program this week. The meeting for anyone, no matter what age, interested in Ballet will be this Monday, March 30th from 6:30-7:30pm. The meeting for anyone, ages 7 and up, interested in Hip Hop or Street Jazz will be this Thursday April 2nd from 6:30-7:30pm. Both meetings will be held in the track on the lower level of the Dream Center. Come and find out the answers to all your questions!
If you have any other questions, feel free to call the office at 676-3000.

Adopt-A-Block Training
Have you ever wondered how to get hooked into Adopt-A-Block? DCP will be holding an informational/training meeting on Tuesday, April 21st at 7:00pm. We will be going through the revised AAB manual, meeting successful team leaders, and gearing up for the new year. Mark April 21st on your calendar and begin praying for spiritual growth in Taft Homes this year!

Are you spring cleaning?
The HOPE Store will now be accepting donations of summer items. We especially need teen boys and men clothing. We are also in need of toiletry items and kitchen equipment (ie. pots and pans, crockpots, eating utensils) Drop off is Monday thru Thursday from 9-4 and on Fridays from 9-1. If you would like to help in the HOPE store please stop by the Dream Center during office hours to fill out a volunteer form and we will get you squared away!

AOK: Acts of Kindness
Check out AOK Event dates on the AOK Blog!