Category: Blog

Posted on

2011 is approaching quickly

Can you believe 2010 is almost over…and you only have three days left to make your 2010 tax-deductible contribution!

In 2010, the Association of Horizon, Inc. held our largest camp session ever, giving a camping opportunity to over 90 adults with physical disabilities. Unfortunately, the record-breaking attendance also came with record-breaking costs. We will need record-breaking contributions to combat the costs of continuing our summer camp tradition. By the way, this coming year, will be our 20th annual summer camp!

Please consider making a tax-deductible contribution for the 2010 tax year that will help Horizon bring the joy of camp to the lives of as many people as possible.  To donate online please click the donate now link.

Posted on

Horizon Holiday Family Party

Horizon held its annual holiday family party on Saturday, December 11.  A special thanks to Marcy Davis for organizing this fun event.  Even though some of the how of the trivia questions were tough, everyone enjoyed playing along.  The usual the Avalon Banquet Hall served us delicious food and we look forward to going back there next year.
Happy Holidays everyone!

Posted on

2011 Camp Kickoff Party

It is almost time to ring in the New Year and kick off the 2011 Horizon Camp season.  Join us on January 8 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Hackney’s, 1514 E. Lake Ave, Glenview.  You could be among the first to fill out your camp application, while hanging out with friends and enjoy some delicious complementary appetizers.

If you plan to attend please be sure to RSVP by January 4 to Brenda at Brenda.Bokowski@associationofhorizon.org.

Posted on

Tastefully Simple/Cocktail Party

Thank you to everyone who attended Horizon’s first Tastefully Simple/Cocktail Party on Saturday, December 4, hosted by Kathy Kingston & Geri Skudney.  It was a great time and it’s always good when we are raising money for Horizon!

Also a big thank you to Amy from the Tuscan Market and Wine Shop, in Arlington Heights, for allowing us to have the party there.

Posted on

Another Fun Shop with a Friend Event

Saturday, November 20 was the day many Horizon members started their holiday shopping.  The day started early with several of the members gathering at the Hampton Inn conference room for a quick breakfast before heading to Gurnee Mills Mall.  Everyone who attended received a nice gift bag with some holiday treats and the campers had a special treat in their bags, courtesy of PNC Bank.  After we collected all our bargains from the mall, it was time to head back to the Hampton Inn for Horizon’s version of a holiday meal prepared by Boston Market.  Once dinner was over everyone enjoyed each other’s company while playing games, wrapping gifts, or just telling stories and laughing until we cried.  As usual, this event was a lot of fun for everyone in attendance.  Hope to see you next year!

Posted on

Is Your Shopping List Ready?

This weekend is the Association of Horizon, Inc. annual “SHOP WITH A FRIEND.”  Join us for a fun day of shopping at Gurnee Mills mall.  For more information click on the shopping link.

Posted on

Calling all Candy Sellers!

The holidays are approaching quickly and what could be better than eating chocolate when it’s cold and dreary outside?  The Association of Horizon, Inc. will be selling World’s Finest Chocolate Candy Bars.  We are challenging each member of the organization to sell 2 boxes.  If each person sells 2 boxes of candy, that could raise a lot of money and help pay for another person to attend summer camp.

If you would like to help Horizon by either purchasing or selling candy bars please contact Kathy Colunto at kathy.colunto@associationofhorizon.org if you live on the South Side of Chicago.  People living on the North Side please contact Viki Peer at viki.peer@associationofhorizon.org.

Candy boxes will also be available at Fall Weekend & Shop with a Friend Event.

Posted on

2010 Summer Camp Video

Even though Winter is approaching quickly, Summer Camp 2011 is just around the corner.  If you are not aware of what HORIZON CAMP is all about, check our 2010 video.  For those of you who were there, share the memories.

Posted on

Another Great Success!

After six months of planning, Horizon’s 8th Annual Golf Outing and Luau arrived back on August 7.  This year’s outing went off without a hitch, the weather was beautiful and everyone had a great time.  There were 72 golfers and over 160 luau participants.  This is a great number despite the current economic situation.  The event had many new attendees this year and we are looking forward to seeing all of come back next year.

We would like to think the entire committee for their hard work and dedication.  With everyone’s help we’ve raised nearly $15,000!  One of our highest totals over the years.