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Meet real people. Have real conversations. Build real connections.
Life doesn’t slow down — it just changes chapters.

Next Chapter Collective | Get Up Go Play | Make New Friends in SGV & OC is a social and lifestyle community for people who want to stay active, connected, and engaged with life. We bring together great people across the San Gabriel Valley and OC through a mix of outdoor activities, casual meetups, and meaningful conversations.

Follow us on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Getupgoplay

Eventbrite: https://nextchaptercollective.eventbrite.com

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextchaptercollective-gugp

Our gatherings are simple, relaxed, and enjoyable:
• ☕ Coffee meetups and casual hangouts
• 🚶‍♂️ Outdoor walks, light hikes, and park activities
• 🌿 Local events and social outings across SGV and nearby areas
• 💬 Small group conversations and idea sharing

From San Gabriel Valley to OC, there’s always something happening — we’re here to explore it together.

People join to:
• meet new friends and expand their circle
• stay active and break routine
• enjoy local events and outdoor experiences
• have real conversations with like-minded people

There’s no pressure and no expectations, just show up, be yourself, and enjoy the experience.

From time to time, we may also explore topics related to health, lifestyle, and future planning, always in a casual, open discussion setting.

If you’re looking to get out more, meet good people, and make the most of life in Southern California, you’ll feel right at home here.

Let’s get up go play, and enjoy the journey together.

Community Inclusion & Family Resource Fair

Community Inclusion & Family Resource Fair

First Church of the Nazarene of Pasadena, 3700 E Sierra Madre Boulevard, Pasadena, CA, US

Community Inclusion Day: Workshops, Resources, Art & Talent Showcase

Supporting Special Needs Families • Connecting the Whole Community

You don’t have to have a child with special needs to be part of this event.

Many of us may know very little about the experiences of special needs children and their families simply because we have never had the opportunity to spend time with them, learn from them, or understand the resources and challenges families navigate every day.

That’s why we’re inviting the entire community to join us for the Special Needs Family Resource Fair — a FREE community event focused on learning, connection, inclusion, and celebration.

🌟 Morning Program | 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
Join us for educational workshops, speakers, family testimonials, professional presentations, and community resource sharing.

🍽️ Lunch Break | 12:30 PM–1:30 PM

🎨🎤 Afternoon Program | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
Visit the resource fair, enjoy our Art of Inclusion exhibition and charity auction, watch the community talent showcase, and join us as we recognize families, volunteers, advocates, and community partners.

Whether you are a parent, educator, student, healthcare professional, business owner, nonprofit leader, volunteer, or simply someone who wants to better understand and support special needs families — you are welcome.

📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
📍 3700 E Sierra Madre Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
🎟️ FREE admission — RSVP required

👉 Register here:
www.exchangeclubofsangabrielvalley.org/current-events 🤏🏻🤏🏻🤏🏻🤏🏻🤏🏻🤏🏻

Come learn. Come connect. Come celebrate. Most importantly, come be part of building a more understanding and inclusive community. ❤️

#SpecialNeedsFamilies #CommunityInclusion #FamilyResources #SanGabrielValley #ExchangeClubofSanGabrielValley

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