Events with The Arc of Hanover
Ongoing classes and book clubs, special events, support group meetings, volunteering opportunities in our community,
and so much more. Join us! Registration links below.
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Adult Inclusive Holiday Art Class
Tuesday, December 2nd
How many times have you seen the reels for glassware turned into a beautiful tabletop display? "But I could never make that!" you think.
We have your opportunity to change all that!
Our first adult inclusive (*everyone!) holiday art class is now open for registration, and the project is making a glass snowman or a glass Christmas tree. Supportive teaching from our Thursday art class volunteer, Joy Shannon, will help you step-by-step. All of the supplies are included in your class fee.
The class will be held on Tuesday evening, December 2nd, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM in the Community Room at The Arc of Hanover building (10193 Washington Highway, Glen Allen, VA 23059). Use our new "front" (ramp) entrance.
Fee for the class is $25 per person (age 18 and over). Financial scholarships are available. Sign up on our registration link below. Payment information is at the end of the form. The class is limited to the first 15 registrants.
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Brunch With Santa
Saturday, December 6th
We've taken one of our favorite events of the year and made it a Brunch!
Self-advocates, family members and caregivers are invited to The Arc of Hanover's "Brunch With Santa," at Hanover Tavern, (13181 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover). Enjoy a delicious brunch, activities and photo ops with the Jolly one starting at 11 AM on Saturday, December 6th.
Fee for the brunch is $18 for adults and $9 for children (age 18 and under). Sign up on our registration form. Payment link information is at the end of the form. Seating is limited at the Coach House. Hanover residents have from now through next Friday, November 21st, to register before we open to the general public.
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Wings of Hope Nativity Presentation with Raise Coffee
Saturday, December 6th
Baristas! We will be serving warm beverages and donuts to paying customers at the Wings of Hope Nativity Presentation. We have only one shift available: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM on Saturday, December 6th.
The Christmas program starts at 11 AM and will finish before 12 Noon, with an optional tour of the ranch running after the program. We will serve before and after the presentation. Dress festive and dress for the weather!
Wings of Hope Ranch is located at 13280 Tower Road, in Doswell. Please sign up below so we can contact you with any additional details or changes.
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Christmas Karaoke Party
Thursday, December 11th
This event has been cancelled.
We encourage you to consider an event being hosted by another one of our Hanover Community Collaborative partners, A Better Understanding.
🎄 A.B.U. Events Presents: Christmas Party! 🎅
Join us for a joyful afternoon celebrating the season — where every guest’s “YOUniqueness” shines!
📅 Date & Time
Saturday, December 13th, 2025
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 7167 Flag Lane, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
🎟️ $5 per person – Register by Wednesday, December 3: https://givebutter.com/abu-xmas
The Aktion Club Returns to Hanover County
We are very excited to announce the re-start of the Aktion Club. Changes and transitions had the club on hold for a time, but it came back in November of 2025, thanks to our partnership with the Ashland Kiwanis Club and Hanover County Parks & Recreation.
Kiwanis International serves the needs of children by helping its members build leadership and service skills through its local clubs. The Ashland Kiwanis has been in existence since 1923. Members of the Aktion Club actually become official members of the Ashland Kiwanis.
Aktion Club has 'action' in its name. Club members will be engaged in the planning and execution of service projects in and around Hanover County. There will also be formal meeting procedures to learn and teaching about core values presented, including character-building, leadership, inclusiveness and caring.
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The Aktion Club is open to any disability self-advocate age 18 or older. Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month at The Arc of Hanover -- unless the service project requires fulfillment off-site. The membership fee for individuals who register has been covered by a generous community donor. Please bookmark this page for details about meetings. In December, we will be making holiday cards to give away!
"The Journeyers" meets at The Arc of Hanover
Since May 2022, "The Journeyers" has provided a supportive outlet for parents and caregivers of loved ones with disabilities. Born out of the pandemic, the support group has provided a place for an exchange of information, ideas, recommendations and just plain talk.
Originator and facilitator of The Journeyers, Sue Jeantheau (now on the Board of The Arc of Hanover), has brought the group to The Arc with the intent of solidifying and expanding it to reach more of Hanover County.
"The Journeyers is open to anyone who has a child or adult of any age with a disability," says Sue. "This is not a clinical support group but a group for those who not only need the support but can often provide the best support to others."
The group meets monthly (except for December), generally during the last week of the month on a weeknight. Gatherings run from 7 to 8:30 PM at The Arc of Hanover building. For more information, contact Sue Jeantheau.
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Hanover Community Calendar
We are invested in and regularly connect with our community disability partners. We have created this calendar -- through the Hanover Community Collaborative -- to help with your planning given the other events hosted and sponsored by our partners. This collaborative calendar will change often as we invite more partners to join in with us.
Please consult the organization sponsoring an event with specific questions.