July 4th Fun

July 4th Fun

Water races, face painting, fantastic food, and a really big pinata. The CAC kids had a fabulous day in the park. Lunches at the pavilion will continue until August...
Bike Decorating for the Fairmont City Easter Parade

Bike Decorating for the Fairmont City Easter Parade

We had lots of fun decorating our bikes and then riding in the parade between the big fire engine and the Collinsville High School band. Thanks to the Fairmont City Fire Fighters for organizing the parade!The following Easter Egg Hunt hosted more than 500 people and...
Cat In Your Hat Day

Cat In Your Hat Day

CAC students have fun with Dr. Seuss Cat in a Hat, as well as, Sam I am to …Green Eggs and...
Who Is Behind the Mask? Learning English Composition

Who Is Behind the Mask? Learning English Composition

SIU-E has provided college students through Dr. Hayes classes to tutor on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings at the center. We are so appreciative for their input and compassion for our children! We are in need of chapter books for reading grade levels 3,4, and 5....
A Visit with Trigger, the Service Dog

A Visit with Trigger, the Service Dog

Service dog Trigger and his master, Philip Russell of Glen Carbon visited us. Now retired, Trigger has been in Afghanistan for three deployments and now lives with Officer Russell. We are learning to appreciate our military and the roll animals can play in making us...