Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Summer Break!


BrightStone is closed this week for Summer Break. We'll be back in session on Monday, July 6th. Everyone have a happy and safe 4th of July!

Thursday, June 25, 2009

BrightStone's Martha Oldham a Finalist!

Ms. Martha Oldham, teacher at BrightStone, has been selected as a finalist for the Baptist Healing Trust Servant's Heart Award! Three finalists have been selected, and the winner will be announced at CNM's Salute to Excellence dinner on September 17. Ms. Martha was nominated for her gift of giving of herself! In BrightStone's eyes, she truly has a servant's heart!

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Monday, June 22, 2009

Middle TN Electric Customers Care provides funding for learning lab upgrade.

BrightStone is in the process of evaluating new computers and software options. Utilizing a relationship with a Hewlett Packard representative and funding from a grant received a few months ago from Middle Tennessee Electric Customers Care, Inc., adults at BrightStone will soon have new educational learning capabilities in their Learning Lab!

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Thursday, June 18, 2009

Working....Working!

BrightStone adults are already busily preparing for the Christmas holidays! Check out this video from our painted pots work area!

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Tuesday, June 16, 2009

BOWLABILITY!-----Team Up for BrightStone!

WHEN? Monday evening, August 17th

WHERE? Franklin Family Entertainment Center (pre-registration required)

WHY? To raise funds and awareness for BrightStone through a new event that is fun,
attractive and affordable!

HOW? Register (online or through brochure) a team of five for $100. Each bowler also
agrees to fundraise and attempt an individual goal of $100 or greater. Reaching this
goal will provide them with a unique BOWLABILITY tee-shirt!

A team of five can be a group of family members, friends, members of a Sunday School class, sports team or organization, or co-workers from a department or business!

Sponsorship opportunities are also available and range from $500 to $5000.

Posters and brochures are now available. Call Tina at 615-790-4888 to find out more!

Friday, June 12, 2009

BrightStone Bowling Video

Thanks to a generous and caring donor, BrightStone now has video capability! Check out our adults bowling at Franklin Family Entertainment Center last Friday morning.....they're getting ready for BOWLABILITY! Won't you make plans to join us on Monday evening, August 17th, at Franklin Family Entertainment Center? Register your team at www.firstgiving.com/brightstone today! Help make a difference in the
lives of adults who live with developmental disabilities!

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Friday, June 5, 2009

Did You Know?



Several of BrightStone's adults (and staff) have been featured in a Sunday School curriculum entitled Access Learner Guide, produced by LifeWay, for adults with special learning needs!