Futures Explored Film Studio

10/21/2026

A great start for the “It’s Never Really Over” Podcast!
Kevin welcomed his first guests to the FMS (Film & Media Studios) in Stockton Podcast Studio – two veterans who spoke about their powerful stories during their time in the military. We are incredibly grateful for their service and for their willingness to share their experiences.

We also want to congratulate Kevin on taking the first steps toward launching their podcast! After a long period of planning, preparation, and extensive research, it’s exciting to see all their hard work come to life.

We couldn’t be more proud of what they’ve accomplished so far and can’t wait to see where this journey takes them!

At our Art & Media programs, we empower participants to express their creativity, develop valuable media skills, and apply what they’ve learned toward meaningful career opportunities.

Want to be part of any of our Futures Explored programs? Visit our official website at www.futures-explored.org or contact your regional center for more information.

10/12/2026

Creative Arts & Media in Concord presents: FRIGHT NIGHT! 👻

On October 30th, we’re opening the doors to our haunted house and inviting the public to come experience a night of Halloween fun!

Come on down and celebrate the Halloween with us!
Browse and purchase artwork from our local creatives. Enjoy a selection of short films made by our students. And a special Live Musical Performance featuring our talented folks from Creative Arts & Media

This event will also help support our continued build-out of the CAM space. Any purchases & donations are greatly appreciated and will directly help us continue creating and expanding this space for our community.

Bring your friends, get into the Halloween spirit, and come have an awesome FRIGHT NIGHT with us! 🕷️🕸️

📅 October 30th
Open to the Public 5pm – 8pm
📍 Futures Explored Creative Arts & Media:
2336 Stanwell Circle, Concord, CA

We can’t wait to see you there! 👻

10/10/2026

The Story Continues – ART CONNECTS!

On November 13th, Creative Spotlight invites you to experience the extraordinary talent of a beautiful and diverse community at a multi-studio collective exhibition presented by AbilityPath, Futures Explored, and Helpers Community Inc.

Located at the Minnesota St. Project in San Francisco, CA, we will feature talented Bay Area artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), this inspiring evening celebrates access, representation, creativity, and belonging. Hear remarks from featured guest speaker Antonia Dapena-Tretter, Art Curator at Stanford’s Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital

Join arts leaders, collectors, advocates, and community members as we celebrate the transformative power of inclusive art—and how a more inclusive arts community benefits us all.

Come see the art. Meet the artists. Celebrate the community.


Creative Spotlight AbilityPath Helpers Community & Helpers Artisan Boutique Futures Explored

10/06/2026

A fabulous Thursday night, indeed!

Bingo cards were flying, laughter boomed throughout the night, and together we raised almost $4,000 to support Futures Explored! 💙

A huge thank you to everyone who attended Drag Queen Bingo at Mango's in Sacramento and made this unforgettable evening such a success. Special thanks to the Rainbow Chamber of Commerce, our incredible Board of Directors, and everyone who helped bring this epic event to life.

Your generosity, enthusiasm, and support made all the difference. We couldn't have done it without you.

Image 1: The Futures Explored team holding up a big check courtesy of the Rainbow Chamber of Commerce.
Image 2: Lindsey, Erica & Hester on the Patio at Mango's.
Image 3: Board Members & Erica holding up a bingo card for the event.
Image 4: Brandie placing a wig onto a winner of the bingo round.
Image 5: Participants enjoying the game on the patio.
Image 6: The Futures Explored team - Brandon, Brandie, Kaitlyn, Hester, Lindsey & Laura together near the bar.
Image 7: Queen DoMe Moore, Hester, and a winner of one of our raffles together.
Image 8: A wide shot of inside Mango's, a packed house for some bingo.

10/01/2026

TONIGHT!
Join us for a night of fun, laughter, and community! 🌈✨

Mango’s at K St. is hosting Drag Bingo on October 1st at 6:00 PM, and Futures Explored is proud to be the beneficiary of half the proceeds of this exciting event! Come out for an inclusive and entertaining evening filled with fabulous drag, bingo, and great company — all while supporting an organization that helps make a difference in our community.

We will also be raffling off some amazing prizes-- including a 3 night Tahoe stay!!

Grab your lucky cards! We can’t wait to see you there!

Image Description: A flier advertising the Drag Queen Bingo event at Mango's. 1930 K St. $20 to play!

09/30/2026

Join us tomorrow for Drag Queen Bingo and an exciting raffle! 🎉

We’ve got some amazing prizes up for grabs — including a 3-night stay in Tahoe! 🏔️✨ One lucky winner will enjoy an all-expenses-paid, three-night getaway in beautiful Tahoe, generously provided by Abco Labs!

Come out, play some Bingo, enter the raffle, and most importantly, support Futures Explored — an organization making a meaningful difference in our community.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Location:
Mango's Sacramento 1930 K St., Sacramento, CA

Date & Time:
October 1st, 2026
6pm – 9pm

$20 Per Play!

This Thursday! Start October off with a night of fun, laughter, and community! 🌈✨

Mango’s at K St. is hosting Drag Bingo on October 1st at 6:00 PM, and Futures Explored is proud to be the beneficiary of half the proceeds of this exciting event! Come out for an inclusive and entertaining evening filled with fabulous drag, bingo, and great company — all while supporting an organization that helps make a difference in our community.

We will also be raffling off some amazing prizes-- including a 3 night Tahoe stay!!

Grab your lucky cards! We can’t wait to see you there!

Image Description: A flier advertising the Drag Queen Bingo event at Mango's. 1930 K St. $20 to play!

09/29/2026

🎬 Meet Austin! 🦖

Austin has been part of the Film & Media Studios program in Stockton since 2021, and we love seeing his passion for cinematography and dinosaurs come together in this epic stop-motion short film! We can’t wait to check it out someday soon!

At our Art & Media programs, we empower participants to express their creativity, develop valuable skills, and apply what they’ve learned toward meaningful career opportunities.

Want to be part of any of our Futures Explored programs? Visit our official website at www.futures-explored.org or contact your regional center for more information.

Image Description: Austin rearranged a couple of dinosaur figurines on a table set. The table set is decorated with dinosaur toys, a jeep & trees. Two lights shine onto the set.

09/29/2026

This Thursday! Start October off with a night of fun, laughter, and community! 🌈✨

Mango’s at K St. is hosting Drag Bingo on October 1st at 6:00 PM, and Futures Explored is proud to be the beneficiary of half the proceeds of this exciting event! Come out for an inclusive and entertaining evening filled with fabulous drag, bingo, and great company — all while supporting an organization that helps make a difference in our community.

We will also be raffling off some amazing prizes-- including a 3 night Tahoe stay!!

Grab your lucky cards! We can’t wait to see you there!

Image Description: A flier advertising the Drag Queen Bingo event at Mango's. 1930 K St. $20 to play!