Dear Friends,
November marks a special milestone—Friends of Club 21 is officially 11 years old! Eleven years of community, creativity, and championing the full potential of every individual with Down syndrome is something worth celebrating—and we’re grateful you’ve been part of this journey.
As we look ahead, excitement is building because Christmas This Year is just three weeks away. Our cast and crew have been putting in extra hours, rehearsing with energy, heart, and more than a little holiday sparkle. Every rehearsal reminds us why this show matters: it brings our whole community together to celebrate inclusion, talent, and joy.
Thank you for believing in this mission and for supporting us through another remarkable year. We can’t wait to celebrate everything—birthdays, milestones, and the magic of Christmas This Year—right alongside you.o discover their gifts, build lasting friendships, and shine in their own unique ways.
With gratitude,
Jared Anderson
Executive Director
Fall Highlights
Special Performance at Pulpit Rock Church
On November 16, our Friends of Club 21 Choir had the joy of performing at Pulpit Rock Church, a congregation that has become a meaningful partner and venue for our Arts Academy. The room was filled with warmth as our singers lifted their voices, sharing not just music but the heart of our community. Pulpit Rock’s hospitality, encouragement, and genuine love was felt.
We’re grateful for their continued partnership and for the opportunity to celebrate inclusion and creativity together. Moments like these remind us of the power of community—and of how much stronger we are when we share our gifts with one another.
Arts Academy Spotlight – Finding Our Rhythm
This fall, the Friends of Club 21 Arts Academy has been buzzing with creativity as students dive deeper into their musical skills—especially in percussion and bass guitar. These two areas have become standout focuses of the season, and our participants are rising to the challenge with enthusiasm and determination.
The Arts Academy continues to demonstrate how powerful inclusive arts education can be—and we couldn’t be prouder of the momentum building here.
Happening Now!
FOC21 on Crosswalk Radio Show
Tune in to 100.7 FM @ 5 PM
on Black Friday!
Radio host and friend of FOC21 Jeff Anderson sat down with Christmas This Year cast members, Julia, Kendall, and Jared to share their experience with the show and why it means so much to them. Tune in next Friday when the episode airs to cheer them on and help us spread some Christmas joy and magic!
Choir to Perform at the March for Life in Washington, D.C. in January
We’re excited to share that the Friends of Club 21 Choir has been invited to perform at the March for Life in Washington, D.C., on January 23. Our singers will be lending their voices to a powerful national event, representing the beauty, dignity, and joy of our community on a significant stage. This is an incredible opportunity for our performers, and we look forward to sharing this moment with you as it unfolds.
Together, we are creating a world where every voice is heard, every gift is valued, and every individual with Down syndrome lives a life beyond limits.
