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Innovative programming for adults of ALL abilities. (18+)
Small Social:
​Let's Read, Book Club/Hybrid 
Will start in person, but plan for a couple classes by zoom.

​​(Adults 18+)

Session: Sept - July 
Begins Sept 18

THURSDAYS
4:00pm

$150 for entire 5 month session.
​Price includes your books!

Panera Wheaton
​13521 Connecticut Avenut
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Melika Al-Kawas facilitates this program.  Learn more about her here! 

PROGRAM QUESTIONS
​[email protected]
No personal hygiene care is provided by UCR staff.
​UCR is very proud to offer inclusive and interactive learning opportunities in the community. 
This social skill and literacy building class for all adults take place at Panera Bread in Wheaton.
Ms. Al-Kawas facilitates and supports all adults to practice reading, build social skills, independence and community awareness.


This program focuses on:
-Socially acceptable behavior
-Self-advocacy skills 
-Relationship building and immersion in their community
-Engagement with residents
-Decision making skills 
-Staying in designated area 
-Tolerance of novel and stimulating environments
Payment is required at the time of registration.
Register here
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Books we've read already! 

​Murder on the Orient Express
Holes
And Then There Were None
Percy Jackson 
​Charlotte's Web
Panera Wheaton 13521 Connecticut Avenue 
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UCR is a fully inclusive and welcoming nonprofit organization for adults with and without I/DD.
Our programs have been consistent with our mission since 2013. ​
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Upcounty Community Resources, Inc 
P.O. Box 2982
Germantown, MD 20875-2982

240.614.0444
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  • Home
    • Meghan Jones memorial
    • ALL PROGRAM OVERVIEW
    • Donors & Partners
    • Program Satisfaction 2024-2025
    • UCR Policy and Procedures
    • Our Board
    • Our Team
    • In the Community >
      • Black History Month Overcoming Disability
      • UCR All-Occasion Note Cards
      • Member & Contact Information
    • UCR News
    • Volunteer Opportunities
    • CALENDAR
  • Top Golf Outing 2026
  • Music/Art
    • Finding the Artist Within
    • Music & Movement
    • Music Rhythm, Blues and Beyond
  • Lg Socials
    • VisArts with UCR Wednesday Nights
  • Respite
    • WE: Mega Respite (6 hours) Blended Needs
    • WE: OASIS Respite (blended needs)
  • CDS On-Site
    • CDS: Olney
    • CDS: Germantown
    • CDS: Woodley Garden
    • CDS: Rockville
  • Sm. Socials
    • Small Social: Table Talk w/Mama Peace
    • Small Social: Mens' Night Out
    • Small Social: "Let's Read" Book Club
  • Activity Photos
    • (Photos) UCR 5K 2025 >
      • (Photos) UCR 5K 2024
      • (Photos) UCR 5K 2022
      • (Photos) UCR 5K 2019
      • (Photos) UCR 5K Walk & Roll-a-thon
      • (Photos) UCR 5K 2021
      • (Photos) UCR 5K 2023 >
        • (Photos) Inaugural Fun & Games Night 2020
    • (Photos) Neuro-Diversity
    • (Photos) Holiday Party 2020 >
      • (Photos) Hayride & Bonfire 2022
      • (Photos) Winter Lights Festival 2018
      • (Photos) Cookies & Carols
      • (Photos) Wine Tasting 2018
    • (Photos) Weekend Enrichment / Respite
    • (Photos) Therapeutic Art & Music
    • (Photos) Theatre & Dinner >
      • (Photos) Social Outings Large
      • (Photos) Dance, Dance, Dances
      • (Photos) Guys Night Out
      • (Photos) Girls on the Town