In this fun and engaging art class, participants will create their own Pop Art–inspired ghost masterpiece. Using bold, high-contrast background squares and repeating ghost designs, artists will explore color, pattern, and simple composition techniques to create a vibrant Halloween-themed artwork that truly stands out. Whether your ghost is playful, friendly, or a little bit spooky, every piece will be unique and full of personality. Come enjoy a relaxed, creative environment and leave with a bright and boo-tiful work of art!

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a night dedicated to friendship! Get creative making Valentine cards, decorate a sweet cookie, and play an assortment of Valentine-themed games throughout the room. We’ll finish the celebration with a fun Valentine dice game where everyone goes home with a prize! Come ready for laughs, treats, and plenty of Valentine fun with your friends.

Everyone deserves a little birthday fun! Join us as we celebrate our HOPE participants with a festive round of Birthday Bingo. Enjoy cupcakes and ice cream while playing for fun prizes. Whether your birthday is this season or months away, everyone is invited to join the celebration!

Add a little sparkle to the garden just in time for Mother’s Day! Choose from a colorful assortment of beads to design and create three beaded garden stakes—each topped with a sparkling gem. Keep all three to brighten your own garden or share one or more as a handmade Mother’s Day gift for someone special.

Take some time to relax, unwind, and get creative! Choose between coloring or diamond art as you enjoy a peaceful evening. Both activities encourage mindfulness, reduce stress, and offer a wonderful way to slow down while creating something beautiful. No artistic experience is needed—so come choose your favorite activity, settle in, and enjoy the moment. All supplies are provided. Light refreshments will be served.

Enjoy a private screening of a movie at the historic Handke Center, and enjoy pizza, pop, and a treat! If an assistant plans to eat with the group, please register using the “Participant & Assistant Participating” option so we can plan for enough food.

Friendsgiving is a blend of the words "friend" and "Thanksgiving," and it refers to a large meal eaten with friends. Spend the evening with friends, enjoying a traditional Thanksgiving meal of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, and much more. We won't forget about dessert! If an assistant plans to eat with the group, please register using the “Participant & Assistant Participating” option so we can plan for enough food.

Good food, great games, and even better company! Join your friends for a relaxed evening of favorite games while enjoying a delicious chicken dinner from Pizza Ranch. Dinner includes: Two pieces of chicken Potato wedges A biscuit Beverage Dessert Come hungry and ready for a little friendly competition!If the assistant is planning on eating with the group, please register using the "Participant & Assistant Participating" fee code so we can order enough food.

Let's get together for a night of fun, games, and delicious food! We'll play a variety of board games and create plates of delicious nachos from a tasty nacho bar. Pile on your favorite toppings and connect with friends in this lively class. It's an evening of great snacks and even greater company! If the assistant is planning on eating with the group, please register using the "Participant & Assistant Participating" fee code so we can order enough food.

Let the games (and gratitude) begin! Join us for a special pre-Thanksgiving Game Night & Pie celebration. We’ll enjoy a fun evening playing board and card games while sharing laughs and slices of delicious pie. If an assistant plans to eat with the group, please register using the “Participant & Assistant Participating” option so we can plan for enough food.

Come hungry and ready to play! We’ll start the evening with a delicious Sloppy Joe dinner, then it’s your choice what happens next. Pick from a variety of board and card games including UNO, Skip Bo, Yahtzee, Phase 10 and more. Choose an old favorite, try something new or move between games throughout the evening. Good food, great games and even better company make for a winning night with friends!If the assistant is planning on eating with the group, please register using the "Participant & Assistant Participating" fee code so we can order enough food.

Game on! Get together with friends to play board and card games such as Uno, The Game of Life, Sorry, Jenga, Yahtzee, Apples to Apples, and more! Light refreshments will be provided.

Give the gift of homemade goodness! In this fun and festive class, participants will assemble two thoughtful (and tasty!) gifts in a jar: a holiday themed puppy chow and a heartwarming friendship soup mix. Each jar will be layered with love and finished off with a tag that includes cooking instructions. The finished project is perfect for holiday giving or keeping for yourself!

We're throwing it back to the birthday parties you remember! Enjoy a cupcake with ice cream while playing an assortment of classic birthday party games, including Pin the Tail on the Donkey, Cake Walk, Straw Drop plus more nostalgic favorites. Everyone will head home with a small birthday goodie bag to keep the celebration going. Come ready to play, laugh plus celebrate because at this party, everyone's invited! If an assistant plans to eat with the group, please register using the “Participant & Assistant Participating” option so we can plan for enough food.

It’s your time to shine! Join us for a five-night talent show experience where we’ll discover talents, practice together, and prepare a final performance for family and friends. Sing, dance, tell jokes, perform a skit, show off a special skill, or surprise us with a talent that is uniquely you. Not sure what your talent is? We’ll help you find one! Night 1: Discover Your Talent Learn how our talent show will work, brainstorm ideas, and choose what you would like to perform. We’ll help anyone who needs a little inspiration! Nights 2, 3 & 4: Practice Makes Progress Work on your talent and rehearse your performance. Staff will be there to help with music and props, plus plenty of encouragement. Night 5: The Big Show! 🌟 It’s showtime! Take the stage and share your talent during our final performance for family and friends. Come ready to cheer each other on and celebrate everything that makes our HOPE participants shine! Want to watch instead? HOPE participants who would like to attend the talent show as a spectator rather than perform are welcome too! A separate HOPE’s Got Talent: Audience Pass class will be available for registration to reserve your spot in the audience.

Boo! It’s time for a spooktacular round of bingo—Halloween style! Come dressed in your favorite costume and join us for an evening of thrills, chills, and bingo spills (hopefully just the candy kind). We’ll play several rounds of bingo with fun Halloween-themed prizes and enjoy some light, festive refreshments. Costumes are encouraged but not required—just bring your spooky spirit and get ready for a frightfully fun time!

Join us for The Polar Express, the magical train ride to the North Pole that will warm your heart and spark your holiday spirit. Watch the adventure unfold on the big screen while sipping on hot chocolate and enjoying a sweet cookie treat—just like a ride to the North Pole should be! Pajamas and cozy vibes encouraged. If an assistant plans to eat with the group, please register using the “Participant & Assistant Participating” option so we can plan for enough food.

Hop into spring with a sweet Easter creation! Build your own adorable Peep house using graham crackers, frosting, and colorful Easter candies. Once your house is assembled, decorate it with plenty of springtime treats, and give your Peep bunny a cozy place to call home. All supplies are provided. Come ready to create, decorate, and maybe sneak a taste or two along the way! If the assistant is planning on creating along with the group, and would like their own set of ingredients, please register using the "Participant & Assistant Participating" fee code so we can order enough ingredients.

Join us for ice cream sundaes and game night! Visit with friends while enjoying an ice cream sundae with your favorite toppings and playing your favorite board games. If an assistant will also be enjoying a sundae, please register using the “Participant & Assistant Participating” option so we can make sure we have enough food for everyone.

Let's cook up some classic comfort food! Work together to prepare individual mini meatloaves baked right in a muffin tin and topped with a sweet, tangy glaze. While our meatloaves bake, we'll prepare mashed potatoes to complete our cozy winter meal. Come hungry, ready to cook, and enjoy a delicious homemade dinner together!

Get ready for a frightfully fun night in the kitchen! In this hands on cooking class, participants will create a spooky Halloween themed meal and a sweet seasonal treat. We will practice simple cooking skills while making festive food that is perfect for the Halloween season. After cooking together, everyone will sit down and enjoy the meal as a group and take home any leftovers. Costumes are welcome but not required. Come hungry and ready for some spooky kitchen fun! If an assistant plans to cook along with the group, please register using the “Participant & Assistant Participating” option so we can plan for enough ingredients.

Celebrate National Pizza Day with a delicious twist on a favorite! Work together to create warm, cheesy pizza pot pies filled with classic pizza flavors. Then, satisfy your sweet tooth by decorating a colorful fruit pizza for dessert. After cooking, we'll enjoy a meal together as a group, and any leftovers will be yours to take home. If the assistant is planning on cooking along with the group and would like their own set of ingredients, please register using the "Participant & Assistant Participating" fee code so we can order enough ingredients.

Bring a little luck and a lot of color to your home! In this hands-on class, you'll assemble a 3D printed rainbow with a fluffy white cloud and a pot of gold. This cheerful tabletop decoration is the perfect piece for St. Patrick’s Day or simply brightening up your space. All supplies are included, so come ready to craft and have some lucky fun!