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Superhero Sightings, HERE!

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Kim Thompson Posted in BEST Updates, Community News, Our BEST Stories, Special Events, Travel Adventures Leave a comment

There are superheroes out in the world 🌍 and we’ve spotted them!

In fact, we know where they shop: right here at the Superhero Shoppe, located inside Our BEST Space in University Place, Washington!

Be a real-life superhero and shop at the Superhero Shoppe, too! Perfect for fun holiday goodies and gifts that benefit a great cause.

Here are the details:

Who: All Superheroes and their friends!

What: A shoppe that offers fun and unique superhero gifts, accessories and more. Proceeds from the Superhero Shoppe support the superheroes of the brain injury community and the superhero programs, services and resources offered at Our BEST Space. The Superhero Shoppe also proudly features the work of paper artist, Diane Rasch of Heartfelt Tidbits of Creativity.

When: Superhero Shoppe hours are Wednesdays from 12 pm to 6 pm and Thursdays 10 am to 4 pm.

Where: 2607 Bridgeport Way W. Suite #1H, University Place, Washington. Click here for driving directions.

Why: To share superhero support and fun to the entire community (and to the world!).

More Superhero Shoppe info: Watch this space for our new online Superhero Shoppe coming soon on the BEST website! With our new and upcoming online shoppe, you can shop 24 X 7 from the convenience of home!

BEST will be adding new items regularly to the shoppe. Please visit the BEST blog for the latest inventory announcements and updates.

To note: As a volunteer organization, hours may vary. For more information, please contact us at 877-719-2378 or admin@brainenergysupportteam.org. The Superhero Shoppe accepts cash, credit card or personal check (with valid ID and from a local bank only). We do not accept bills $50 and higher.

Here’s a little virtual tour. Enjoy!

Our BEST Space November 2018 Activity Schedule

Posted on November 5, 2018 by Kim Thompson Posted in BEST Updates, Community News, Education, Special Events, Travel Adventures Leave a comment

Our BEST Space: Fall Wreaths!

Posted on October 15, 2018 by Kim Thompson Posted in BEST Updates, Special Events, Travel Adventures Leave a comment

Feeling creative?

Well, we can help with that feeling at Our BEST Space located in University Place, Washington!

Join us for creative time at the Space. No experience necessary and all are welcome to participate.

The activities are free and materials are included (however, donations are always welcomed and appreciated).

Activities are led by artist and BEST gratitude specialist, Diane Rasch. Join Diane and others to explore your creative talents.

Each month there is a new creative pursuit!

Coming up: On Wednesday, October 17, 2018 from 11 am to 3 pm, the creative project will be fall wreaths! See pictures below for a sneak peek!

New: Superhero Party in a Bag!

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Kim Thompson Posted in BEST Updates, Community News, Our BEST Stories, Travel Adventures Leave a comment

We’ve got something special for superheroes of all ages!

The Superhero Shoppe (located inside Our BEST Space in University Place, Washington) is excited to offer a cool new product that makes having a superhero party for kids (or adults!) easy-peasy.

Introducing a Superhero Shoppe exclusive:

⭐The Superhero Party in a Bag⭐

Superhero Party in a Bag retails for $29.99 (for a party of 8 people) and for $49.99 (for a party of 16 people).

Here’s what’s in each bag:

Standard-size Paper Plates
Dessert Paper Plates
Paper Cups
2 Sets of Paper Napkins (large and small)
Plastic Cutlery
Goody Bags
Plastic Tablecloth
Superhero Tote for All of Your Party Gear

Additional add-ons for your Superhero Party in a Bag are available (party games, goody bag items and more). Prices vary.

The BEST part? Proceeds from sales at the Superhero Shoppe benefit the real-life superheroes of the brain injury community in Washington State! 💚

To learn more about the Superhero Shoppe (hours, directions, products and more), click here.

A Store By And For Superheroes!

Posted on October 5, 2018 by Kim Thompson Posted in BEST Updates, Community News, Our BEST Stories, Travel Adventures Leave a comment

Want to be a superhero? Then visit us at the Superhero Shoppe for all your superhero and gift needs! Here are all the details:

Who: All Superheroes and their friends!

When: Superhero Shoppe hours are Wednesdays from 12 pm to 6 pm and Thursdays 10 am to 4 pm.

Where: 2607 Bridgeport Way W. Suite #1H, University Place, Washington. Click here for driving directions.

Why: To share superhero support and fun to the entire community (and to the world!).

BEST will be adding new items regularly to the shoppe. Please visit the BEST blog for the latest inventory announcements and updates.

Olympia Support Group Celebrates the Season

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Kim Thompson Posted in Community News, Our BEST Stories, Special Events, Support Groups, Travel Adventures Leave a comment

Hearty food, fun and friends were had by all at the Olympia Brain Injury Support Group picnic. Held at beautiful Woodland Creek Community Park in Lacey, picnic goers enjoyed each other’s company and celebrated the end of summer. Here are a few of our favorite pictures that marked this special day.

Returning to Work After TBI: A Discussion

Posted on September 12, 2018 by Kim Thompson Posted in BEST Updates, Brain Injury Awareness, Caregiver Matters, Community News, Education, Second Life, Special Events, Travel Adventures Leave a comment

Join Namaara MacMoragh (Gloria Kraegel) at the PEER Center on Etopia in Second Life on Friday, September 21,2018 at 1 pm PST as she discusses returning to work after brain injury.

To learn more about the PEER Center and BEST in Second Life, click here. To join BEST in Second Life today, click here. All are welcome!

Celebrating with Local Support Groups

Posted on September 10, 2018 by Kim Thompson Posted in BEST Updates, Community News, Our BEST Stories, Special Events, Support Groups, Travel Adventures Leave a comment

Superhero end of summer fun: The Everett and Edmonds Brain Injury Support Groups had a superhero gathering to enjoy friends, fun, games and yummy picnic fare! It was a great day to celebrate! Here are some of our favorite photos that marked this very special day!

Picnic Love in Bellingham, Washington!

Posted on August 28, 2018 by Kim Thompson Posted in Community News, Our BEST Stories, Special Events, Support Groups, Travel Adventures Leave a comment

The Bellingham Support Group celebrated friends, fun and summer at a festive picnic on August 11, 2018 at Whatcom Falls Park.

This summer event was attended by survivors, caregivers and family members. The celebration spanned the ages: picnic goers ranged in from age from seven to 80 years old!

Clearly, a great time was had by all for this special celebration!

BEST HeadStrong Picnic: In Pictures

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Kim Thompson Posted in Our BEST Stories, Special Events, Travel Adventures Leave a comment

It was an afternoon of summer memories yesterday for the BEST HeadStrong Picnic! Here’s a video recap of a lovely day. Thank you to all who joined us and special thanks to Outdoors for All Foundation for providing our kayaking activity.