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Art Therapy, Music Therapy, and iRest Yoga Nidra are funded thanks to a grant from Lululemon! | |
Join us for this Art and Photography Workshop
Participants will learn basic skills in Acrylic Painting and/or Smartphone Photography. Attend one or both! This program is for veterans and first responders and will meet in person on Saturdays during the summer. Each session is two hours.
The workshops will prepare interested participants for the Heroes Art Show and Sale (October-November 2023). The opening reception on November 8 will benefit services provided to Veterans and First Responders at the Big Red Barn Retreat.
The workshops will be held on 4 Saturdays between July 15 - August 26th. This class is for veterans and first responders only. All materials will be included and participation is on a first-come first-serve basis.
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Form Up Fridays
Form Up Fridays allows Veterans and First Responders to build connection through Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) and is based on the principles of posttraumatic growth. EAL is an experiential approach to learning that leverages the unique qualities of horses to enhance self-awareness, facilitate emotional regulation, and improve interpersonal relationships. The goal is to facilitate personal growth and develop life skills that enhance relationships in all areas of the participant’s life.
Veterans and First Responders who participate in EAL programs experience noticeable improvements in physical, mental, and emotional health. Use the buttons below to sign up for our upcoming Form Up Fridays class sessions!
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Yoga and Tai Chi Schedule
Restore your feeling of well-being and build confidence within the mind and body to make you feel better and live a full life, try our FREE Meditative Yoga & Tai Chi classes for Veterans, Active Duty Service Members, First Responders, and their immediate family members. Please note time, location, and instructor of classes. Arrive 10 minutes early at 830 Lorick Road, Blythewood, SC 29016, and check in before class time to participate.
Advance registration is appreciated but not required using the links below.
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Combat Veteran Peer to Peer Group
Are you a Veteran who has seen Combat? Join the Big Red Barn Retreat for the Peer-to-Peer Combat Veterans group. This group is specifically targeted for Veterans who have seen or been in Combat. It will be confidential and limited to Combat Veterans Only.
The Combat Veteran Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from 6 – 7 P.M. in the Big Red Barn Lounge. This is a Peer-to Peer group, meaning there are no psychologists or psychiatrists, only other Veterans who have struggled with similar experiences. The meeting will be facilitated by Combat Veterans and will focus on communication, sharing, and practices geared to assist with struggling well.
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Garden Volunteer Day with Hannah!
Join us on July 7th for a garden volunteer day with our garden manager, Hannah Monroe! During this volunteer day, Hannah will show participants how to care for their garden for the most success! Feel free to bring your friends and family as well... garden volunteering is open to everyone! Click the link below to sign up. You will receive a confirmation email 1 week before the class. See you in the garden!
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Volunteer opportunities coming up in the
BRBR Office or at an upcoming event
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Do you like office work?
Are you organized?
Do you love to talk to people?
Most importantly, do you have a passion for Veterans, Active Duty Military, and First Responders and everything we do at the Big Red Barn Retreat?
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The Big Red Barn Retreat has volunteer opportunities at our upcoming fundraising events and in our office. As we expand we are considering the possibility of adding some regular volunteer positions in our office.
- Fundraising & Outreach Event Volunteers
- Administrative office volunteer
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Volunteer Tour/Orientation
Are you interested in volunteering at the Big Red Barn Retreat or learning more about volunteer opportunities? We will be holding a Volunteer Tour/Orientation on July 27, 2023.
Contact Yvette at ycritchfield@thebigredbarnretreat.org to learn more.
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Thank You, Volunteers!
The Big Red Barn Retreat Board of Directors, Warrior PATHH Guides, and all the staff want to take a moment to say "THANK YOU" to all our volunteers. We couldn't do what we do without your continued support.
The Big Red Barn Retreat will not have a Warrior PATHH class in July, our next class will be held August 25-31 and will be open for registration in our July newsletter.
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The Dam Boat Run at Lake Murray
Jun 23 - 24, 2023
The Dam Boat Run at Lake Murray is hosting a Boat Run bringing boating enthusiasts from across the country, in an effort to raise awareness and support for three amazing causes including: The Big Red Barn Retreat, The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, and the Richland County Sheriff's Department.
Click Here to learn more
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Fireflies Game Blue Cross Blue Shield - BRBR Fundraiser
July 2, 2023
Join us on Military Appreciation Night at Segra Park, Sunday, July 2nd at 5:05 pm, for the Blue Cross Blue Shield - Big Red Barn Retreat Fundraiser.
For each ticket sold through the link below, $3 will go towards supporting the Big Red Barn Retreat. Anyone who purchases from this link will also receive a FREE FIREFLIES PROMOTIONAL HAT. Also, come see us at the game, we will have a table with BRBR staff on site so you can learn about the Big Red Barn Retreat and our transformative programs for Veterans, Active Duty, and First Responders. Learn how we are Helping Heroes Thrive!
SEE YOU AT SEGRA!
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The Charwood Charity Golf Tournament
Join us for the Annual Big Red Barn Retreat Charity Golf Tournament at Charwood Golf Course on Monday, September 18, 2023, benefitting the Big Red Barn Retreat and presented by Sonic.
Featuring a low-country shrimp boil lunch prepared by Farm to Flame's Chef and former Warrior PATHH Guide, Jason N. Dersch! This event will not be one to miss. Using a “Captain’s Choice” format, there are plenty of opportunities to let loose, win some amazing prizes, and have tons of fun all while supporting the BRBR.
We will have lots of great prizes, raffles, and more! Sponsorships are available, reserve yours today!
Click Here to learn more
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Become a Sponsor for the 2023 Fall Jam at the Ballpark!
Our biggest event of the year - 2023 Fall Jam at the Ballpark is scheduled for October 7th at Segra Park! Last year we had over 2,500 Attendees to see Chris Lane and other entertainers and this year we hope to fill the park.
As a sponsor you can expect to get over 4,000,000 impressions through our advertising partners. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for this event please contact Mary Wright to learn more at mary@thebigredbarnretreat.org
Registration will open soon!
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Thank you for your support!
Support the Big Red Barn Retreat and your gift will support Veterans, Active Duty Military, and First Responders with transformative programs that promote Posttraumatic Growth!
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