To be able to be at camp and learn in a caring environment and to share the challenges of living with diabetes with a friend is the gift of a lifetime.

Whether you're a Clara Barton Camp alumna or a Camp Joslin alumnus, you'll always have a camp to call your own at The Barton Center.  No matter how young or old you are or how far away you live, we're here for YOU!  Former campers and staff return to The Barton Center each year for alumni events, to serve as a volunteer for weekend and summer programs, and to help raise campership funds. Barton alumni keep Clara Barton Camp and Camp Joslin in their hearts all year round and are committed to "giving back" and ensuring that campers today, receive the same benefits as they did.  Please  Stay In Touch so we can keep you connected with your friends and keep you informed of everything Barton!

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Alumni Committee

Our alumni are among our most devoted, generous, and hard working group of supporters. The Alumni Committee is extremely active in helping to stay connected and to raise money to help bring our programs to more participants. If you are interested in serving on the Alumni Committee, please contact Lynn Butler at lynn.butler@bartoncenter.org.

Your ideas and suggestions are welcome! If you would like to help with these events, please contact us.

Upcoming Alumni Events

May 18, 2013  SLAMDIABETES™ Barton Classic Wiffle® Ball Tournament (all day event)  
The alumni teams of Caitlin’s Crew and ATC/Shella will once again be returning to the field this year. Bring the family and come cheer on your favorite team as they compete for the Tournament Championship in a fun-filled day highlighted by opening ceremonies, home run derby, children’s activities and more. Join the fun as we raise campership money for children to attend Barton programs just as you did in years past! Help make camp a reality for a child with financial need! You can support your favorite team in their fundraising efforts through FirstGiving by clicking here. For questions or more information, please contact Kylee Walsh at 508-987-2056, Ext. 2003 or email kylee.walsh@bartoncenter.org.  Please click here for the SLAMDiabetes website.
 
August 3, 2013 Second Annual Clara Barton Camp & Camp Joslin Alumni Day 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mark your calendar and SAVE THE DATE to come join the fun and catch up with camp friends.  Family and friends are welcome.  This fun day with alumni from both camps will be hosted at Clara Barton Camp this year.  The day includes tours, lunch, and great activities.  One highlight will be the traditional torch swim.  Please RSVP by July 22nd so we may plan food accordingly by calling 508-987-2056, Ext. 2003 or emailing events@bartoncenter.org.  

October 26, 2013 Annual Auction 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Please join us at the Penta Dining Hall at Camp Joslin for our annual auction hosted by the Alumni Association.  The evening will feature live and silent auction items, appetizers, desserts, and dancing.  For more information or for sponsorship opportunities, please call 508-987-2056, Ext. 2003 or email events@bartoncenter.org.

Recent Alumni Events

April 18, 2013 Informal Alumni Gathering at Pinz, Milford, MA
Due to popular demand, we have scheduled another informal gathering for Clara Barton Camp, Camp Joslin and Barton Day Camp Alumni. The event begins at 6 p.m. and lasts until you’ve reconnected with old friends and found the Camp Magic again! Enjoy bowling, laser tag, pool tables, food and drinks. You spend what you eat and drink and any entertainment costs. For more information about Pinz, go to http://www.pinzbowl.com/. Reconnect with old friends and share camp memories! For questions or more information, please contact Kylee Walsh at 508-987-2056, Ext. 2003 or email kylee.walsh@bartoncenter.org.

October 27, 2012 Annual Auction 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The annual auction hosted by Clara Barton Camp and Camp Joslin alumni will feature live and silent auction items, hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and dancing. The event will be held at the Penta Dining Hall at Camp Joslin. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, please call 508-987-2056, Ext. 2003 or email events@bartoncenter.org.

August 4, 2012 First Annual Clara Barton Camp & Camp Joslin Alumni Day 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Come join the fun and catch up with camp friends. Family and friends are welcome. This fun day with alumni from both camps will be hosted at Camp Joslin this year. Going forward we will rotate the host camp between Clara Barton Camp and Camp Joslin. The day includes tours, lunch, and great activities. Please RSVP by July 23rd so we may plan food accordingly by calling 508-987-2056, Ext. 2003 or emailing events@bartoncenter.org. For more information about this event, please see the article on page 3 of our Spring Newsletter.
 

Facebook Group

Join our Barton Facebook Group--connect with old friends and make new ones.  Men of Camp Joslin and women of Clara Barton Camp are equally welcome to join.  We want to encourage our alumni to participate for mutual support and an opportunity to share ideas and thoughts about your diabetes (then and now), camp issues (then and now), and ways you can support The Barton Center and each other.  Click here for the Barton Facebook Group.