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Many of the students at Plymouth State University have most likely taken a walk through downtown Plymouth and passed by Kil’n Time Art Studio. If they took a moment to venture into this studio, they would be greeted with a very inviting atmosphere where they could paint pottery and have the chance to meet Lindsey Tebaldi, the manager of this business and PSU alumni.
This studio is part of Lakes Region Community Service which also owns the Readery and the Clothesline, among other businesses in Plymouth and Laconia.The location for Kil’n Time Art Studio was chosen because the program for disabilities is located on Tenney Mountain Highway. Not to mention the great location that allows them to get a lot of foot traffic from locals and college students alike. It is also very easy for transportation
What most people probably wouldn’t figure out right away from their visit to Kil’n Time Art Studio is that the business was created to provide job opportunities for adults with disabilities. This, in turn, helps to normalize their lives. They receive a paycheck, and get to learn many important life skills: social, timing, and art skills. An example of learning time management skills would be Scott working hard to clean the paint pallets in the time Tebaldi allotted. She would also make sure not to waste water by having the faucet off whenever it was not in use.
After meeting Tebaldi, it becameclear how much she enjoys her job. When asked what her favorite part about the job was, she said, “That’s a tricky question.” She went on to elaborate that not only does she get to see the business grow from the ground up but she also gets to better lives through their employment with the studio. Tebaldi said, “It’s a good feeling, being able to encompass that all in one job.” One can only assume a job like this would be extremely fulfilling. The company will probably open more businesses like this in the future, but for now they must take it one business at a time.