Opportunity Works Connecticut

05/01/2026

Celebrating our first winner of the Mother’s Day May Daily Raffle! 🎉

Congratulations to Jane Packer, our Friday, May 1st winner! She takes home a $25 Waypoint Spirits gift card and a $30 OWC Floral & Gifts certificate.

There are plenty more chances to win all month long. Tickets are still available: https://owct.org/events/mdm2026/


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04/27/2026

🌸 LAST CHANCE FOR MAMA 🌸
💐 Mother’s Day May Raffle – Supporting Opportunity Works CT 💐
This Mother’s Day, give a gift that gives back 💛
When you buy a $31 Mother’s Day May raffle ticket, you’re not just celebrating moms—you’re supporting Opportunity Works CT, a nonprofit creating meaningful jobs, purpose, and community for people with disabilities.
✨ One ticket = 31 chances to win
✨ Your ticket is entered EVERY day in May
✨ Tickets are never discarded if you win—so you can win again and again!
🎁 With over $1,700 in prizes, you could surprise Mom (or yourself!) with: • Dining out 🍽️
• Coffee & sweet treats ☕🍩
• Flowers & gifts 💐
• Zoo visits & family fun 🦁
• Live theater & music 🎭🎶
• Festivals, adventures, and MORE!
From local favorites like Elmo’s Dockside, LuAnn’s Bakery, Rein’s Deli, Garden Barn, and Vernon Diner, to big experiences like Southwick Zoo, Mystic Tree Trails, the CT Renaissance Faire, and the Stress Factory Comedy Club—there’s truly something for every mom.
💖 Win for Mom. Support a mission that matters.
📅 Tickets available through May 15
🔗 Buy online: owct.org/events/mdm2026/
📱 Venmo: -WorksCT (note “Mother’s Day May” & quantity)
Thank you for helping our mission—and for celebrating moms in a meaningful way 🌷

Our 6th annual Mother’s Day May raffle event begins on Friday May 1st – Sunday May 31st! Tickets will be available for purchase until Friday, 5/15/26! Each ticket is good for 31 days of fun, so 31 chances to win! You can also win more than once with the same ticket,

04/24/2026

🌟 Opportunity Works CT is Proud to Be Part of the 2026 Tag Sale Trail! 🌟
We’re excited to be participating in this year’s Tolland County Tag Sale Trail, alongside so many amazing Vernon residents and businesses!
📍 Visit Opportunity Works CT at:
45 West Main Street, Vernon, CT
When you shop our tag sale, you’re doing more than finding great deals — you’re supporting meaningful opportunities for the individuals we serve. Proceeds help fund programs that promote: ✨ Skill‑building & independence
✨ Employment readiness
✨ Creative expression
✨ Community inclusion
You’ll find craft supplies, household goods, clothing, small appliances, artwork, toys, collectibles, textiles, and more — all with purpose behind every purchase.
🛍️ Shop smart.
💛 Support local impact.
🤝 Be part of a community that gives back.
We’re proud to partner with the Tolland County Chamber of Commerce and our local community to make this event a success!

04/24/2026

💐 Mums for Moms 💐
This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating all the love, sacrifices, and everyday moments that make moms so extraordinary.
A mother’s love shows up in a million ways — in patience, encouragement, strength, and unconditional support. This season, honor the moms, grandmas, caregivers, and mother‑figures in your life with something that blossoms with meaning.
🌷 Tulip Bunches are available April 27th though May 9th
Each bundle is a simple, beautiful way to say thank you — and even more special, 100% of proceeds benefit Opportunity Works CT, supporting individuals as they build skills, confidence, independence, and community connections.
✨ Available in a variety of colors
✨ $15 each or 2 for $25
✨ Available for pickup at both of our floral shops
✨ First come, first served while supplies last
Because when you give flowers this Mother’s Day, you’re also giving opportunity, growth, and hope.
💖 Celebrate moms. Support community. Share the love.

&GiftsOfOWC &GiftsOfOWCToo!

04/23/2026

🎳 ROLL INTO IMPACT! Opportunity Works CT’s First Annual Bowl‑A‑Thon 🎳
Opportunity Works CT is excited to host our First Annual Bowl‑A‑Thon, and we’re inviting businesses and community partners to become sponsors for this meaningful event!
📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026
⏰ 12:00–2:00 PM
📍 350 Talcottville Rd, Vernon, CT
Your sponsorship supports our mission to empower individuals with disabilities through skill‑building, independence, inclusion, and meaningful community engagement. Funds raised help sustain programs that promote:
✨ Employment and job readiness
✨ Life skills and independence
✨ Creative expression and confidence
✨ Community participation and connection
💥 Sponsorship opportunities available:
🎯 Perfect Game Patron
🎯 Spare‑No‑Expense
🎯 Kingpin Contributor
🎯 Lane Legend
✔️ In‑kind donations welcome!
Sponsors receive recognition, promotional opportunities, and the knowledge that their support directly helps individuals grow, participate, and thrive.
👉 Interested in sponsoring or learning more?
📧 Email: cdonald@owct.org
🔗 Visit: owct.org/events/bowlathon2026

Let’s bowl with purpose and create lasting impact together! 🧡

04/20/2026

🐶 How much is that doggie in the window? 🎶
Come on down to Opportunity Works CT and meet this one‑of‑a‑kind pup, lovingly created through art! 🎨💛
This adorable dog just found her forever home — not from a shelter, but from our creative community. Each detail was thoughtfully repurposed by artists at Opportunity Works CT, making this pup truly one of a kind.
✨ She won’t be here long, going to her furever home in a few days
✨ One‑of‑a‑kind art adoption
✨ Created with creativity, care, and heart

04/20/2026

🎉 Tolland County Tag Sale Trail – Vernon, CT 🎉
🗓 Saturday, April 25, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🌧 Rain Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Get ready for a community‑wide shopping adventure! 🛍️ The Tag Sale Trail is taking over Vernon, CT, with dozens of tag sales happening all across town — all in one day.
✨ Shop unique finds
✨ Support local residents & businesses
✨ Visit multiple locations in one easy day
🗺️ Plan your route, bring a friend, and enjoy the hunt!

📍 Tag Sale Locations 📍

1 Eric Cir, Vernon, CT 06066

10 Allison Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

14 Pillsbury Hill, Vernon, CT 06066

140 Skinner Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

16 Maple St, Vernon, CT 06066

16 Olson Dr, Vernon, CT 06066

19 Allison Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

19 W. Main St, Vernon, CT 06066

193 Knollwood Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

20 Duncaster Ln, Vernon, CT 06066

20 King St, Vernon, CT 06066

214 Merline Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

24 Hillcrest Dr, Vernon, CT 06066

26 Berkeley Dr, Vernon, CT 06066

27 Quarry Dr, Vernon, CT 06066

3 Elm St, Vernon, CT 06066

32 Old Town Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

33 West St, Vernon, CT 06066

363 Lake St, Vernon, CT 06066

4 Brittany Ln, Vernon, CT 06066

45 Eva Cir, Vernon, CT 06066

45 Evergreen Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

Opportunity Works CT 45 West Main St, Vernon, CT 06066

5 Valley View Ln, Vernon, CT 06066

53 Chelsea Ridge, Vernon, CT 06066

53 Tumblebrook Dr, Vernon, CT 06066

56 Hansen Dr, Vernon, CT 06066

56 Irene Dr, Vernon, CT 06066

56 Snipsic St, Vernon, CT 06066

709 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT 06066

734 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT 06066

75 Hockanum Blvd, Vernon, CT 06066

80 Vernwood Dr, Vernon, CT 06066

84 Campbell Ave, Vernon, CT 06066

95 Hockanum Blvd, Unit 6911, Vernon, CT 06066

Quail Hollow 2 Clubhouse, Vernon, CT 06066

20 Meadowlark Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

04/16/2026

🌷🎉 Spring Fundraising Fun with Opportunity Works CT! 🎉🎳
Support local, shop with purpose, and roll into summer fun—all while giving back! 💙
💐 Mother’s Day Tulip Bunches
(Image: Mother’s Day tulip fundraiser flyer)
• $15 each or 2 for $25
• Pick up at Floral & Gifts of OWC (Putnam & Vernon)
• Limited supply — first come, first served
• 100% of proceeds support our mission!
🎟 Mother’s Day May Raffle
One ticket. 31 chances to win. Over $1,700 in prizes!
🎁 Drawings daily all month long — don’t miss out!
🛍 Tolland County Tag Sale Trail – April 25
(Image: Tolland County Tag Sale Trail poster)
Shop locally and explore Vernon during this community‑wide event!
🎳 Save the Date: Bowl‑A‑Thon – June 2026
Grab your friends, build a team, and get ready to bowl for a great cause. More details are coming soon!
✨ Every purchase, ticket, and pins knocked down help create meaningful opportunities for the people we serve.
👉 Learn more & get involved: https://owct.org/events/
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04/15/2026

✨🧚‍♀️ Fairy House Fun at DSO! 🧚‍♂️✨
DSO individuals gathered in small groups to create their very own fairy houses, and the results are magical! 🌿🏠
So much time, effort, imagination, creativity, and teamwork went into each one 🙂.
We’re excited to share photos of their hard work and beautiful final creations, which will be proudly displayed in the center of DSO for all to see!
They did an awesome job, as always — we couldn’t be more proud! 💚👏

04/15/2026

Celebrate Mom while empowering others 💐
Our Mother’s Day May Event supports Opportunity Works Connecticut, a nonprofit dedicated to helping adults with intellectual and physical disabilities in Eastern Connecticut live, work, and thrive in their communities. For only $31 per ticket you will be entered into our daily raffles in May. One ticket can win multiple times!

🎁 Win great prizes
💗 Honor the moms who inspire us
🤝 Support meaningful vocational opportunities and inclusive employment
Every entry helps provide individualized supports, skill-building, and real work for real pay—all while fostering dignity, respect, and quality of life.

👉 Learn more & participate:
https://owct.org/events/mdm2026/

04/13/2026

🌸💖 Mother’s Day May Raffle is HERE! 💖🌸
Celebrate Mom (and yourself!) all month long with our Mother’s Day May Fundraiser — packed with amazing prizes and fantastic odds to win!
🎟 Every ticket gives you 31 chances to WIN
✨ That’s one chance every single day in May
🔁 Winning tickets go right back into the drawing, so you can win again and again
📈 The more tickets you buy, the greater your chances of winning multiple times
🏆 OVER $1,700 in prizes, including:
Local restaurants & gift cards 🍽
Tickets, experiences & entertainment 🎭
Fun gifts, treats, and local favorites 🎁
📅 A winner is announced EVERY DAY in May!
💐 Perfect for Mother’s Day — or treat yourself all month long.
🎟 Tickets are just $31 each
👉 Get yours here: https://owct.org/events/mdm2026/
❤️ All proceeds support Opportunity Works CT and the individuals we proudly serve.
✨ 31 chances. Unlimited wins. One great cause. ✨

Our 6th annual Mother’s Day May raffle event begins on Friday May 1st – Sunday May 31st! Tickets will be available for purchase until Friday, 5/15/26! Each ticket is good for 31 days of fun, so 31 chances to win! You can also win more than once with the same ticket,

04/09/2026

Opportunity Works CT is excited to invite you to participate in our 6th Annual Mother’s Day May Fundraiser! 🌷
With one raffle ticket, you’ll have 31 chances to win throughout the entire month of May—all while supporting meaningful programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
🎟️ How the Raffle Works
$31 per ticket
Tickets do NOT get discarded after winning
➝ One ticket can win multiple prizes
Raffle runs: Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 31
Over $1,700 in prizes!
A winner is drawn every afternoon (Eastern Time)
Winners are announced on Facebook, owct.org, and notified directly by email
Prizes are mailed automatically unless otherwise specified
🎁 Prizes Include:
Local restaurants, shops, experiences, and special events such as:
Floral & Gifts of OWC
Restaurants across Vernon, Tolland, and surrounding towns
Family attractions and entertainment
Gift baskets, gift cards, tickets, and more!
🎉 Grand Prize on May 31st valued at $360

🛒 How to Purchase Tickets
🎟️ Tickets available through May 15, 2026
Purchase Online:
👉 https://owct.org/events/mdm2026/
Venmo:
-WorksCT
(Please include “Mother’s Day May” and number of tickets purchased)
In Person:
The Gifts of OWC – Secondhand Treasures
📍 Vernon, CT
🕘 Mon–Fri: 9am–5pm | Sat: 9am–2pm