Music Fest! July 10th-14th! *Note: No Camp Banyan the week of July 4th Music Fest Celebrates the Gift of Music! Guest Musicians conduct jam sessions and present opportunities to experiment with instruments and creating our own music. Yes, there will be spontaneous dancing! The Who/What/When/How Much/Where’s: Who: Camp Director is Jane Williams, V.P. of The... Read more »
Stage Fest! July 17th-21st! Stage Fest Celebrates the Theater! Guest Artists will teach some acting tips and lead in Improv fun. Campers will brainstorm, write and act out original scripts and create the background sets. The Who/What/When/How Much/Where’s: Who: Camp Director is Jane Williams, V.P. of The Banyan Odyssey, Inc. Adult Volunteers & Staff (required... Read more »
Fun Fest! July 24th-28th! Fun Fest is Just What it Says! Come ready to play! We will debut some original Camp Banyan Recreational Fun – inspired by you – and replay your favorites from all summer. We will also have fun in the kitchen as we cook for your parents’ Information Luncheon on Friday, July... Read more »
You're invited to our second annual luncheon, designed to help answer questions that parents ask as children with special needs grow up. What happens after graduation? What should we do before our child reaches the age of 18? What are options after high school and transition programs are completed? Bring your questions! $5 per person;... Read more »
Summer is quickly ending and we’re missing our Campers! Camp Banyan will convene at Skycrest Community Church to produce some beautiful Ink & Alcohol paintings.* *Keep in mind, we are anticipating some artwork to emerge from this session that we can turn into merchandise for our FUNraiser on Oct. 28th. Labor Day Camp Banyan Art Session: RSVP Today! 10:00am to 1:00pm on Monday,... Read more »
It's that time of year again - time to make your plans to be a part of Spring Break Camp 2018! For young adults with disabilities, (ages 16 to 29), preparing for independence. March 26 - 28th, 9am - 3pm First Christian Church of Clearwater (2299 Drew St.) Cost is $75 per Camper Purpose: to promote... Read more »
Week 1 - June 11-15
Theme: "Where in the World?"
Week One will take us all over the world, exploring travel, language, customs and foods. Our life
skill emphasis is building communication skills and we will practice mock job interviews.
Field Trip on Friday: Passport Adventure at Heritage Village
Week 2 - June 18-22
Theme: "Music Lovers Welcome"
Week Two explores different genres of music and dance, simple composition and rhythm, and how
music affects emotions. Life skills will focus on planning and organization. Special Guests: The Ries Brothers. Field Trip: Behind the Scenes at a Theatre... and more!
Week 3 - June 25-29
Theme: "Capture Your Image"
Week Three is all about presentation – making a good first impression, manners & etiquette. Life and employment skills feature photography and videography (in front of and behind the camera)
Field Trip: Incredibles 2 movie
Week 4 - July 9-13
Theme: "Appreciate the Arts"
Week Four presents the opportunity to dabble in all sorts of art mediums, including clay!
Special Guest visit from The Florida Orchestra Petting Zoo