Lafayette Industries

Training at Home 1-26-26
2026-01-26
It is cold and we got lots of snow so all 3 Lafayette locations are closed today. Please complete 6 hrs of at home training today and zoom with Kim, Jerry and Kevin!
Zoom Link
Zooms are at 8:30 and 10:30 am and at 12:30 pm.
Training Packet

West Free Lunch
2026-01-22
Catering by Callier’s
Pasta Bar

Chicken Alfredo
French Bread
Broccoli

Martin Luther King Day-Lafayette Open/No OATS/JC Transit
2026-01-19
All Lafayette locations will remain open on this holiday. Please plan transportation accordingly.

West and North Free Lunch
2026-01-08
West and North Free Lunch Menu

Lee’s 3 Pc. Chicken Tenders
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Green Beans
Biscuit

New Year's Day-Closed
2026-01-01

Closed for Christmas Holidays
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-26
Lafayette North and West are closed

Wednesday, December 24th
Thursday, December 25th
Friday, December 26th

President's Day-Lafayette Open-No OATS/JC Transit
2025-12-05 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Lafayette is open on this holiday but OATS and JC Transit are not running; please plan transportation accordingly.

Thanksgiving Holiday
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-28
All Lafayette locations will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

West Free Lunch
2025-11-20 11:00 - 13:00
Thanksgiving Lunch Catered by Calliers and Sponsored by Eaton Bussman!

North Free Lunch
2025-11-20 11:00 - 13:00
Early Thanksgiving Lunch Celebration!

West Free Lunch
2025-11-13 11:00 - 13:00
Menu and Caterer TBD

North Free Lunch
2025-11-06 08:00 - 17:00
Menu TBD

West Free Lunch
2025-10-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Lafayette Industries, 179 Gaywood Drive, Manchester, MO, 63021, United States
Crazy Bowls and Wraps
Chicken and Rice Bows
DECISION: What type of sauce to you want?

Teriyaki
Buffalo
BBQ

Chips
DECISION? What type of Rice Krispie Treat do you want?

Chocolate
Regular

Bottle of Water

West Free Lunch
2025-10-23
Crazy Bowls and Wraps
Chicken and Rice Bowl
Decision-what type of sauce do you want?

Teriyaki
BBQ
Buffalo

Rice Krispie Treat
Tortilla Chips
Water Bottle

West Free Lunch
2025-10-09
Dominoes Pizza-
Decision Time-what kind if pizza do you want?

Pepperoni
Sausage
Cheese

Imo’s Salad
Water Bottle

Life @ Lafayette Virtual
2025-10-01 16:00 - 17:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89011048723
Join us for a Life @ Lafayette virtual webinar. All employees, family members, staff and care givers are welcome and encouraged to attend!

JeffCo Hot Dog Day!
2025-09-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Lafayette JeffCo, 2065 Pomme Rd, Arnold, 63010, United States
Employee Celebration: Hot Dogs, Chips and a dance party!

West Free Lunch
2025-09-25 11:00 - 13:00
Valenti’s Catering
BBQ Lunch

Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Green Bean Casserole
Cookies
Water

West Hot Dog Day!
2025-09-19 10:30 - 12:00
Hot Dog Day lunch and party!
Menu:
Hot Dogs, Chips, a dessert and a drink
Dance Party

North Hot Dog Day!
2025-09-12 12:00 - 14:00
Hot Dog Day Party at north
Kicking off Safety week with a Party
Menu:
Hot Dogs, Chips and a Drink
Dance to follow

Manchester Homecoming Parade
2025-09-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Journey Church, 625 Meramec Station Road, Manchester, MO, 63021, United States
Lafayette is the Grand Marshal of the Manchester Homecoming Parade, and we want YOU to be part of the celebration!

Walk with us in the parade
Join us for the opening ceremony
Or cheer us on along the parade route

🎉 Opening Ceremony

Friday, September 5th at 7:15 p.m.
Location: Schroeder Park

359 Old Meremac Station Road, Manchester 63021

Lafayette will be recognized during the honors awards.
If you plan to attend, please let Kate or April know so we can give Manchester a rough headcount.
Kate-kgregor@lafayetteindustries.com
April-adugger@lafayetteindustries.com

Manchester Homecoming Weekend Opening Ceremonies
2025-09-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Schroeder Park, 359 Old Meramec Station Road, Manchester, MO, 63021, United States
This Homecoming, Manchester is celebrating Lafayette Industries as our Parade Grand Marshal—a living tribute to a belief that everyone deserves to be celebrated for their gifts.Since 1976, Lafayette Industries has stood as a powerful example of what happens when compassion meets action. Founded by parents determined to create meaningful employment for their grown children with developmental disabilities, Lafayette has grown into a vibrant part of Manchester’s civic fabric.Located near Academy Sports, Lafayette Industries is more than a workplace—it’s a community. Their employees are active citizens, beloved neighbors, and proud contributors to our hometown culture. If you’ve ever attended their joyful Christmas Concert at Manchester UMC, you’ve felt the spirit they bring to everything they do.manchestermo.gov/homecoming

North Free Lunch
2025-09-04 10:00 - 12:00

West Free Lunch August 28th
2025-08-28 10:00 - 13:00
Caterer: Valenti’s
Menu:

Spaghetti w/marinara sauce
Italian Meatballs
House Salad
Garlic Parmesan Rolls

West Free Lunch August 14th
2025-08-14 10:00 - 13:00
Details: Sponsored by Tim O’Leary-Lafayette’s CEO for Today!
From: Jimmy John’s Sandwich
Menu: Turkey Sandwich, chips and a drink

Be Well Work Well with TASK
2025-08-13 15:00 - 16:30 | TASK, 980 Horan Dr., Fenton, MO, 63026, United States
Dates: August 13th through September 10th
Times: Wednesdays immediately after work
Lafayette will provide transportation from work to TASK in Fenton
Families/Caregivers are responsible for transportation home from TASK. Pick up is 4:30 pm at TASK in Fenton
Limited to 12 participants
This session’s theme is Kickball and other activities.

IMPORTANT: The final week DOES overlap with Art Class at Lafayette so all registered will be expected to attend TASK on September 10th.
Complete registration form below by August 1st-we will notify you of your enrollment by August 5th.
Thank you!
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Employee First Name *Employee Last Name *Are you a resident of St. Louis County? YesNoParent/Guardian Phone Number *Parent/Guardian email *Emergency Contact Name *Emergency Contact Phone Number *Emergency Contact emailWhat is your transportation plan to get home from TASK every Wednesday at 4:30 p.m? *Acknowledgement *I confirm my ability to participate in all scheduled sessions between August 13, 2025 and September 10, 2025NameSubmit

Lafayette Night at the Ballpark
2025-06-20 18:15 - 21:00 | Busch Stadium, 700 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO, 630012, United States
Join us for a Cardinal’s Baseball Night! Purchase forms are in the Just in Times and the April and May Newsletters. Cardinals vs. Reds on Friday, June 20th.

Employee Celebration Family Picnic
2025-05-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Grant’s Farm, 7385 Grant Rd, St. Louis, MO, 63123, United States
Join us on Saturday, May 17th for the Employee Celebration Family Picnic at Grant’s Farm! Free Parking and Admission for all Lafayette employees and StepUP participants and three additional family members! Lunch provided. RSVP’s are required, use link below to register. We hope to see you all there!

Sample Event for testing Email
2023-09-12 12:00 - 13:00
This is a test event for testing emails to the participants.

10th Annual Mouse Races
2023-03-25 18:30 - 22:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 14088 Clayton Road, Town and Country, MO, 63017, United States
Trinity Lutheran Church
14088 Clayton Road, Town and Country, MO 63017
Doors Open 6:30pm
First Race 7:00pm
Ticket price includes snacks, soda, beer and wine:

$25/person ~ $20/Lafayette employee
Table of 8 for $200
Sponsor a Mouse for $25
Sponsor a Race for $100

You may bring your own food. Tables of 8 available.
This event sells out quickly! Click here to purchase tickets or contact Kate Gregor at 636.227.5666, ext. 1103
