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SUMMARY:Camp Banyan - Week 5 - "Explore the Cosmos"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Camp Banyan – Summer 2018! We are so excited for our summer full of fun and friends! \nWeek 5 – July 16-20\nTheme: “Explore the Cosmos”\nWeek Five. It’s a big universe out there! Let’s look beyond ourselves and do some exploring. Our Core Value of “Be Involved” is key this week and we will look at the many volunteer opportunities that exist in our community.\nField Trip: The SPC Planetarium in St. Petersburg \n  \nRead on for general Camp Banyan – Summer 2018 FAQ!\nWho?\nCamp Director is Jane Williams\, V.P. of The Banyan Odyssey\, Inc.\nAdult Volunteers & Staff (subject to background check)\nStudent Volunteers and Guest Teachers \nWhat?\nCamp Banyan Summer Program:\nCamp Banyan is a six-week summer program for handicapable young adults ages 16 to 29 who\nare working towards independence (i.e. employment and life on their own\, with supports).\nThe emphasis is on developing and reinforcing Independent Living\, Social and Work Skills; we teach Core\nValues that help on the track to success; and the program also includes exposure to The Arts\, fitness and fun! \nWhen?\nJune 11th through July 27th\, 2018\n9:00am to 3:00pm\, Monday – Friday \n(each week is its own entity with its own theme!) \nHow Much?\nWeekly Camp Fee is $125.00 \nRegistration Fee (non-refundable) $25.00 – includes Camp Shirt\n(This one-time fee is due with the completed Application PLUS one week Camp Fees.)\nNote: Field Trips may sometimes require an additional fee.*\nSome Scholarships are available (contact Jane) \n*Campers bring their own bag lunch unless otherwise notified \nWhere?\nFirst Christian Church of Clearwater\n2299 Drew St\, Clearwater 33765 \n(located between US19 & Belcher Rd\, West of Spectrum Field & SPC Campus) \nUse WEST entrance under the portico to enter building\nBasic Requirements for Participation\nMust be able to self-care (bathroom\, feeding\, hygiene)\nMust be able to understand and follow directions\nIs able to express wants and needs clearly\nWill not physically harm others\nTo Find Out More… \n  \nFor more registration info & camp applications\, email us at hello@ourbanyan.com!
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/camp-banyan-week-5-explore-cosmos/
CATEGORIES:Camp
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SUMMARY:Camp Banyan - Week 6 - "Christmas in July"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Camp Banyan – Summer 2018! We are so excited for our summer full of fun and friends! \nWeek 6 – July 23-27\nTheme: “Christmas in July”\nWeek Six is a week-long celebration! Get used to red and green. We will plan the menu\, go shopping and prepare the Friday lunch buffet. This is the week we put together and deliver Christmas in July Swag Bags for All Children’s Hospital patients.\nField Trip: All Children’s Hospital on “Christmas Eve”\, July 24th\nParent Resource Luncheon – July 27 \n  \nRead on for general Camp Banyan – Summer 2018 FAQ!\nWho?\nCamp Director is Jane Williams\, V.P. of The Banyan Odyssey\, Inc.\nAdult Volunteers & Staff (subject to background check)\nStudent Volunteers and Guest Teachers \nWhat?\nCamp Banyan Summer Program:\nCamp Banyan is a six-week summer program for handicapable young adults ages 16 to 29 who\nare working towards independence (i.e. employment and life on their own\, with supports).\nThe emphasis is on developing and reinforcing Independent Living\, Social and Work Skills; we teach Core\nValues that help on the track to success; and the program also includes exposure to The Arts\, fitness and fun! \nWhen?\nJune 11th through July 27th\, 2018\n9:00am to 3:00pm\, Monday – Friday \n(each week is its own entity with its own theme!) \nHow Much?\nWeekly Camp Fee is $125.00 \nRegistration Fee (non-refundable) $25.00 – includes Camp Shirt\n(This one-time fee is due with the completed Application PLUS one week Camp Fees.)\nNote: Field Trips may sometimes require an additional fee.*\nSome Scholarships are available (contact Jane) \n*Campers bring their own bag lunch unless otherwise notified \nWhere?\nFirst Christian Church of Clearwater\n2299 Drew St\, Clearwater 33765 \n(located between US19 & Belcher Rd\, West of Spectrum Field & SPC Campus) \nUse WEST entrance under the portico to enter building\nBasic Requirements for Participation\nMust be able to self-care (bathroom\, feeding\, hygiene)\nMust be able to understand and follow directions\nIs able to express wants and needs clearly\nWill not physically harm others\nTo Find Out More… \n  \nFor more registration info & camp applications\, email us at hello@ourbanyan.com!
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/camp-banyan-week-6-christmas-july/
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180727T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180727T140000
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SUMMARY:Parent Resource Luncheon 2018
DESCRIPTION:Parents & Caregivers of Camp Banyan campers and other members of the handicapable community are invited to our Resource Luncheon. During this time\, we bring in representatives from helpful resources for those with special needs in our community. Help us by spreading the word to other families with special needs! \nWho: Camp Banyan campers & Special Needs Individuals and Parents/Caregivers\nWhat: Parent Resource Luncheon\nWhere: First Christian Church of Clearwater (where camp takes place)\nWhen: Friday\, July 27\, 12pm-2pm \n  \n 
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/parent-resource-luncheon-2018/
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260516T064046
CREATED:20250603T030044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T190813Z
UID:6882-1752487200-1752847200@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Camp Banyan: Exploring Theatre Arts! (July 14 - 18\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:“All the world’s a stage” so\, if you’re over age 22\, hop on! \nCamp Banyan handicapable participants explore the Theatre Arts!  You will brush up on stage skills\, perform a Reading Theatre (with sound effects)\, create your own characters and storyline\, practice improvisation\, do a scenic design and paint it to life\, learn simple choreography\, and learn how these skills can help you in everyday life.  Field Trip to be announced. \nWhen: July 14-18\, 2025 (Monday-Friday) \nTime: 10:00am-2:00pm \nWho: Neurodiverse/Handicapable Young Adults Over the Age of 22\, Able to Self-care and Communicate Needs \nCost: $125 per week (If you register and pay for all three weeks of Camp Banyan\, the cost is $110 per week) \nGuest Master Teacher this Week:  Brianna Larson \nNEW Location: Grace Christian Fellowship Church\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, FL 33770 \nTo Prepare for Camp Banyan:\n1) There is only room for 20 attenders\, max. Make sure you register early and get your payment in to reserve your place\n2) You will bring your own lunch daily (30-minute lunch break)\n3) Wear comfortable clothes; you’ll need closed-toed shoes for Cooking Sessions and old clothes for Painting Days\n4) Every day’s sessions include Themed Activities\, a Core Values lesson\, Practical Life Skills\, and Recreational Fun\n5) Master Teachers come in from the community each week\n6) We take Field Trips into the community to learn more about the theme (Permission Slips will come home on Monday; must be returned signed by Wednesday) \nPlease complete the Registration form below and\, to make your payment\, go to the “GIVE” page (Link to “Give” Page) or send your check to The Banyan Odyssey\, PO Box 1064\, Largo\, FL 33779.   \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jane Williams at email: Hello@OurBanyan.com \n\n\n                \n                        \n                            Camp Banyan Registration 2025\n                            Please complete the registration form and submit. \n                        \n                        Camper/Participant Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        If more than one person is attending\, you must submit two registration forms.Age(Required)Grade  / Ability Level(Required)Gender(Required)\n			\n					\n					Female\n			\n			\n					\n					Male\n			PARENT / GUARDIAN INFORMATIONParent / Guardian Information(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship to Camper/Participant(Required)Parent / Guardian Cell Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian Work Phone(###) ###-####\nIf different than cell phoneEmail(Required)\n                            \n                        Address(Required)    \n                    \n                         \n                                        \n                                        Street Address\n                                    \n                                        \n                                        Address Line 2\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    City\n                                 \n                                        \n                                        State / Province / Region\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP / Postal Code\n                                \n                    \n                Will You be Transporting Camper / Participant?(Required)YesNoIf No\, Who will be Providing Transportation?Provide Cell Phone Number of Person Transporting(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian: Are you available to drive for field trips?YesNoIf Yes\, How Many Seats/Seat Belts in Your Vehicle?EMERGENCY INFORMATIONEMERGENCY CONTACT IF WE CANNOT REACH YOU(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship(Required)Emergency Contact Cell Phone Number(Required)(###) ###-####CAMPER/PARTICIPANT MEDICAL INFORMATION (CONFIDENTIAL)Diagnosis/Medical Conditions(Required)Other information Helpful to Camp StaffDoctor's Name(Required)Doctor's Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Hospital Preference(Required)List Allergies / Dietary Restrictions(Required)Medications(Required)List Limitations to Normal Activities:(Required)CAMP PARTICIPATIONCheck which Camp Banyan Sessions Participants will Attend(Required)\n								\n								July 14-18: Exploring Theater Arts\n							\n								\n								July 21-26: Transportation\n							\n								\n								July 28-Aug 1: Culinary Arts\n							CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/camp-banyan-july-14-18-2025-exploring-theatre-arts/
LOCATION:Grace Christian Fellowship\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, 33770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp,Summer Program
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SUMMARY:Camp Banyan: Transportation - Getting There in Style (July 21-25\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Can “Getting There” Be the Best Part of a Trip?  Campers will learn about getting around with less stress\, from here in Pinellas County to all over the world! We’ll travel virtually with Guest Speakers and in person on a field trip via the Jolley Trolley.  We’ll plan your Dream Vacation from the get-go\, including where to go\, how to get there\, what to take\, how much to budget\, where to stay and even what to wear! And let’s sample some dishes from around the world!  \n-When: July 21-25\, 2025 (Monday-Friday)\n-Time: 10:00am-2:00pm\n-Who: Neurodiverse/Handicapable Young Adults Over the Age of 22\, Able to Self-care and Communicate Needs\n-Cost: $125 per week (If you register and pay for all three weeks of Camp Banyan\, the cost is $110 per week.)\n-NEW Location: Grace Christian Fellowship Church\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, FL 33770 \nTo Prepare for Camp Banyan:\n1) There is only room for 20 attenders\, max. Make sure you register early and get your payment in to reserve your place\n2) You will bring your own lunch daily (30-minute lunch break)\n3) Wear comfortable clothes; you’ll need closed-toed shoes for Cooking Sessions and old clothes for Painting Days\n4) Every day’s sessions include Themed Activities\, a Core Values lesson\, Practical Life Skills\, and Recreational Fun\n5) Master Teachers come in from the community each week\n6) We take Field Trips into the community to learn more about the theme (Permission Slips will come home on Monday; must be returned signed by Wednesday) \nAnd now\, Mr. Bill’s Dad Jokes for this week:\nWhy don’t bicycles stand up by themselves? Because they’re two-tired!\nWhat’s a car’s favorite meal? BRAKE-fast!\nHow does a train eat? It goes Chew! Chew!\nJoin Camp Banyan to find out what makes a trolly jolly! \n\n  \n  \nPlease complete the Registration form below and\, to make your payment\, go to the “GIVE” page (Link to GIVE Page) or send your check made out to The Banyan Odyssey\, PO Box 1064\, Largo\, FL 33779-1064. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jane Williams at email: Hello@OurBanyan.com \n\n                \n                        \n                            Camp Banyan Registration 2025\n                            Please complete the registration form and submit. \n                        \n                        Camper/Participant Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        If more than one person is attending\, you must submit two registration forms.Age(Required)Grade  / Ability Level(Required)Gender(Required)\n			\n					\n					Female\n			\n			\n					\n					Male\n			PARENT / GUARDIAN INFORMATIONParent / Guardian Information(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship to Camper/Participant(Required)Parent / Guardian Cell Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian Work Phone(###) ###-####\nIf different than cell phoneEmail(Required)\n                            \n                        Address(Required)    \n                    \n                         \n                                        \n                                        Street Address\n                                    \n                                        \n                                        Address Line 2\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    City\n                                 \n                                        \n                                        State / Province / Region\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP / Postal Code\n                                \n                    \n                Will You be Transporting Camper / Participant?(Required)YesNoIf No\, Who will be Providing Transportation?Provide Cell Phone Number of Person Transporting(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian: Are you available to drive for field trips?YesNoIf Yes\, How Many Seats/Seat Belts in Your Vehicle?EMERGENCY INFORMATIONEMERGENCY CONTACT IF WE CANNOT REACH YOU(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship(Required)Emergency Contact Cell Phone Number(Required)(###) ###-####CAMPER/PARTICIPANT MEDICAL INFORMATION (CONFIDENTIAL)Diagnosis/Medical Conditions(Required)Other information Helpful to Camp StaffDoctor's Name(Required)Doctor's Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Hospital Preference(Required)List Allergies / Dietary Restrictions(Required)Medications(Required)List Limitations to Normal Activities:(Required)CAMP PARTICIPATIONCheck which Camp Banyan Sessions Participants will Attend(Required)\n								\n								July 14-18: Exploring Theater Arts\n							\n								\n								July 21-26: Transportation\n							\n								\n								July 28-Aug 1: Culinary Arts\n							CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ\n \n                        \n\n  \n 
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/camp-banyan-july-21-25-2025-transportation-getting-there-in-style/
LOCATION:Grace Christian Fellowship\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, 33770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp,Summer Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T140000
DTSTAMP:20260516T064046
CREATED:20250603T032602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T190938Z
UID:6959-1753696800-1754143200@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Camp Banyan: Exploring the Culinary Arts! (July 28-Aug 1 & Special Session Aug 2\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Forget boring fast food! Let’s learn some kitchen prep and presentation skills! \nJoin Banyan Campers for hands-on lessons in the Culinary Arts. Learn to develop a healthy menu\, budget and shop for ingredients\, follow recipes\, and serve a meal. Make a dish with a Professional Guest Chef and learn what it’s like behind the scenes of a busy restaurant. And\, our handicapable participants will prepare and host the beautiful buffet luncheon for Caregivers attending Banyan’s “Lunch with a Lawyer” seminar on Saturday\, August 2nd\, 2025 [For information on the seminar\, see the posting on the Event’s page] \n-When: July 28- August 1\, 2025 (Monday-Friday); with a special session Saturday (08/02) at 10:00am for a special event!\n-Time: 10:00am-2:00pm\n-Who: Neurodiverse/Handicapable Young Adults Over the Age of 22\, Able to Self-care and Communicate Needs\n-Cost: $125 per week (If you register and pay for all three weeks of Camp Banyan\, the cost is $110 per week)\n-NEW Location: Grace Christian Fellowship Church\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, FL 33770 \nTo Prepare for Camp Banyan:\n1) There is only room for 20 attenders\, max. Make sure you register early and get your payment in to reserve your place\n2) You will bring your own lunch daily (30-minute lunch break)\n3) Wear comfortable clothes; you’ll need closed-toed shoes for Cooking Sessions and old clothes for Painting Days\n4) Every day’s sessions include Themed Activities\, a Core Values lesson\, Practical Life Skills\, and Recreational Fun\n5) Master Teachers come in from the community each week\n6) We take Field Trips into the community to learn more about the theme (Permission Slips will come home on Monday; must be returned signed by Wednesday) \n“Cooking is like painting or writing a song. Just as there are only so many notes or colors\, there are only so many flavors – it’s how you combine them that sets you apart” – Julia Childs (Cooking expert\, author\, television personality)\n“Oh boy\, here comes the mess!” – The Muppets Swedish Chef \nPlease complete the Registration form below and\, to make your payment\, go to the “GIVE” page (Link to GIVE Page ) or send your check to The Banyan Odyssey\, PO Box 1064\, Largo\, FL 33779. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jane Williams at email: Hello@OurBanyan.com \n\n                \n                        \n                            Camp Banyan Registration 2025\n                            Please complete the registration form and submit. \n                        \n                        Camper/Participant Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        If more than one person is attending\, you must submit two registration forms.Age(Required)Grade  / Ability Level(Required)Gender(Required)\n			\n					\n					Female\n			\n			\n					\n					Male\n			PARENT / GUARDIAN INFORMATIONParent / Guardian Information(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship to Camper/Participant(Required)Parent / Guardian Cell Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian Work Phone(###) ###-####\nIf different than cell phoneEmail(Required)\n                            \n                        Address(Required)    \n                    \n                         \n                                        \n                                        Street Address\n                                    \n                                        \n                                        Address Line 2\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    City\n                                 \n                                        \n                                        State / Province / Region\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP / Postal Code\n                                \n                    \n                Will You be Transporting Camper / Participant?(Required)YesNoIf No\, Who will be Providing Transportation?Provide Cell Phone Number of Person Transporting(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian: Are you available to drive for field trips?YesNoIf Yes\, How Many Seats/Seat Belts in Your Vehicle?EMERGENCY INFORMATIONEMERGENCY CONTACT IF WE CANNOT REACH YOU(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship(Required)Emergency Contact Cell Phone Number(Required)(###) ###-####CAMPER/PARTICIPANT MEDICAL INFORMATION (CONFIDENTIAL)Diagnosis/Medical Conditions(Required)Other information Helpful to Camp StaffDoctor's Name(Required)Doctor's Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Hospital Preference(Required)List Allergies / Dietary Restrictions(Required)Medications(Required)List Limitations to Normal Activities:(Required)CAMP PARTICIPATIONCheck which Camp Banyan Sessions Participants will Attend(Required)\n								\n								July 14-18: Exploring Theater Arts\n							\n								\n								July 21-26: Transportation\n							\n								\n								July 28-Aug 1: Culinary Arts\n							CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ\n \n                        \n\n\n 
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/camp-banyan-july-28-aug-1-2025-exploring-the-culinary-arts/
LOCATION:Grace Christian Fellowship\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, 33770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp,Summer Program
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