On Saturday, January 2, 2010 Romp n’ Roll is proud to present a day of giving and receiving called “Give Back, Get Back”.
All three Richmond-area Romp n’ Roll locations are partnering with local charity groups (see list below) and are encouraging members of the community to attend the event on Saturday, January 2, 2010 from 9am – 2pm. In exchange for a donation to one of the participating groups, you will receive free admission to Romp n’ Roll for the day and be eligible for numerous giveaways and special offers during the event. We hope you can join us!
Our hope is that parents might take this opportunity to begin (or continue) the conversation with their children about the value of giving to those in need.
We are honored to partner with the following organizations and thank them for their support of this event. Each group will have a either a representative or a receptacle on-site to receive your donation:
1) Central Virginia Food Bank: This organization identifies hunger needs and food sources and systematically works to acquire and distribute food… “that none shall go hungry” in Central Virginia. Requested items include: non-perishable foods, especially peanut butter, spaghetti sauce, pasta and rice, canned fruits and veggies, canned meats (chicken, tuna, ham, salmon), hot and cold cereals.
2) Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Virginia: The chapter grants the wishes of Virginia children with life-threatening medical conditions. Requested items include: Frequent Flier Miles, Gift Cards, Disposable Cameras, photo albums.
3) USO: The USO will support U.S. troops and their families wherever they serve. Across the United States and around the world, the American military knows that the USO is there for them. In times of peace and war, the USO has consistently delivered its special brand of comfort, morale and recreational services to the military. Requested items include: Phone cards (especially AT&T), books, games, cds, dvds, movies, books on tape.
4) Comfort Zone Camp: Comfort Zone Camp is the nation’s largest bereavement camp. Comfort Zone Camps are offered free of charge to children ages 7-17 who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or primary caregiver. Requested items include: Arts and crafts (sharpies, construction paper, index cards, duct and masking, glitter, glue, pens, paint, brushes) toiletries (bug spray, sunscreen, kleenex, toothpaste and toothbrushes, deodorant- unscented, travel size shampoo cond and soap) outdoor toys and games such as balls, etc, flashlights and batteries, linens (sheet sets and pillow case twin size, pillows, bath and hand towels, sleeping bags).
5) Virginia Blood Services (Bloodmobile): The mission of Virginia Blood Services is to inspire our communities to provide a safe and reliable blood supply for the patients they serve. The Bloodmobile will be in the parking lot of each location during the event.
EVENT SCHEDULE THROUGH JANUARY 3
Our Winter Session resumes on Monday, January 4. We will prorate the tuition for the remaining 10 weeks for any class that still has availability. Stop by the “Give Back” event or one of our other special events this week to enroll!
•Tuesday, December 29
9:00am – 12:00pm Winter Camp
1:00 – 5:00pm Open Gym
•Wednesday, December 30
9:00am – 12:00pm New Years Eve Party! Parent-inclusive up to age 6. Juice box toast at noon! Free for those enrolled in a Winter class. $10 for all others (members and non-members).
1:00pm – 5:00pm Open Gym
•Thursday, December 31
9:00am – 12:00pm Open Gym (West End and Virginia Center only)
12:00pm – 3:00pm Open Gym (Midlothian Only)
•Friday, January 1 — Closed
•Saturday, January 2
9:00am – 2:00pm Give Back, Get Back event. GIVE to a participating charity. GET a free day of play at Romp n’ Roll. Details here!.
•Sunday, January 3
9:00am – 11:30am Open Gym (Virginia Center only)
12:00pm – 7:00 Private Parties — space available!
•Monday, January 4 - Regular Schedule Resumes. Sign up now for a Jan/Feb class and Open Gym at any location is FREE!
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