THE THEATER IS CALLING YOUR NAME 5 REASONS TO SEE A PLAY THIS SEASON
3. You’ll provoke family discussions. Chatting about the play with your family
The holiday season is all about sharing, caring, and spreading joy — not just for your family but for others too. Volunteering and donating can brighten someone’s holiday and make the world a happier place. Here are three organizations that can help you give back, make a difference in our community, and put people first. The Mended Hearts, Inc. This organization is the nation’s premier peer-support program for patients who have cardiovascular disease. It also helps their caregivers and families too. Since 1951, The Mended Hearts has served millions by providing support, education, and awareness of the issues that many people face when they have heart disease. HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY Through Donations, Volunteering, and Advocacy To get in the holiday spirit this season, consider making a family trip to your local theater. There are a surprising number of benefits to seeing a play in person. 1. You’ll support your local economy. Theater companies are almost always local organizations, and many of them are nonprofits. That means the money you spend on your tickets will go into the pockets of the actors and/or right back into the company to bring more productions to the community. 2. Your kids could discover an interest in the arts. Your children might have a passion for acting or stage design. They’ll never know unless they see both firsthand.
original books. Exposing your kids to the work of Shakespeare and Dickens at the theater is a great
during intermission and the drive home will help you learn more about each other and forge stronger bonds. What did your kids enjoy about the plot? Which character did your
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more information about how to help, check out FlintRiverHabitat.org. The Arc of Southwest Georgia From child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for people with disabilities, The Arc offers various services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges so they can achieve personal goals. This organization believes that all individuals, regardless of disabilities or exceptional needs, have strengths, abilities, and inherent value and should experience the same opportunities, rights, and freedoms as inclusive community members. You can use their website TheArcSWGA.org to get involved and help create life-changing solutions for people with disabilities. There are so many important causes that always need volunteers and donations to support the work they’re doing. Not only does giving back enrich your life, but it also helps connect you to our community and the people around you. 5. Your kids will develop their tolerance and empathy. The same study out of Arkansas found that students who attended the theater scored higher on tolerance and empathy tests. Watching live helped them identify and relate to the emotional turmoil of the characters. This winter, check your local theaters for holiday-themed productions like "A Christmas Carol," “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” and "Miracle on 34th Street." You’ll bring your family closer and embrace the holiday spirit one curtain call at a time.
meaningful connections, providing relevant education, and offering resources so people can make informed decisions that will improve their quality of life. If you want to donate, volunteer, or become a member of The Mended Hearts, Inc., check out their website at MendedHearts.org . Flint River Habitat for Humanity For nearly 50 years, this organization has provided safe, affordable housing while bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Their services make the dream of homeownership a reality. They work with families, local communities, volunteers, and partners from around the world. Their advocacy efforts focus on policy reform to remove systemic barriers preventing low-income and historically underserved families from accessing adequate, affordable shelter. With Habitat for Humanity, you have the opportunity to build in your community and also in communities around the world. For spouse identify with most? Are there any plot holes or unanswered questions that are bothering them? 4. You’ll boost your family’s literary knowledge. A study from the University of Arkansas Department of Education Reform found that students remembered more about stories like “A Christmas Carol” after watching them as plays than they did after watching movies or even reading the
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