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 »
SAVE THE DATE: SATURDAY NIGHT, OCT. 28th The Banyan Odyssey is throwing a “FUNraiser” in Clearwater at Inspire Equine Ranch from 6-9PM on Oct. 28, 2017! What to look forward to: A Live Band Prizes for Best Costumes! Games Catered Delicacies Items for sale to benefit our non-profit How-to's for handicapable adult independence! *Cash needed... Read more »
Calling our Camp Banyan Friends! We've been adopted for Christmas! RSVP by Dec. 8th The Leadership Pinellas organization wants to get to know YOU. Expect light refreshments, tunes by Jordan Krolak and Dr. Ice T (Tyler Crose), meet leaders in our community AND our LP friends are bringing each of you something to make the season merry and bright. Parents... 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 »
"Give Day Tampa Bay, the 24-hour online giving challenge, returns for a fifth year on May 1, 2018. Give Day is your opportunity to learn more about the hundreds of nonprofits in our community and to support causes you care about. More than $1.7 million was raised for more than 500 Tampa Bay area nonprofits during the 2017 Give Day Tampa Bay. Join us on May 1 to give where you live!"
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
Week 5 - July 16-20
Theme: "Explore the Cosmos"
Week 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.
Field Trip: The SPC Planetarium in St. Petersburg