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
Week 6 - July 23-27
Theme: "Christmas in July"
Week 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.
Field Trip: All Children's Hospital on “Christmas Eve”, July 24th
Parent Resource Luncheon - July 27
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!
Our Campers (& Parents) are volunteering at the final Threshers’ “Dog Days of Summer”. Ticket proceeds go to an animal rescue non-profit. Our responsibilities include greeting fans, supplying pets with treats, refilling water and picking up the occasional “Uh Oh!” Let Ms. Jane know if you are coming—free tickets for human volunteers (your dog’s ticket... Read more »
We have Expert Artists (such as Heidi Stavinga) to help us complete several masterpieces. *Artwork is to be auctioned off through Banyan social media to help fund the purchase of property! There is no cost to participate but Campers are asked to bring $5 for pizza or their own bag lunch. Space limited to first... Read more »
Join us for a two-part class in Cooking and Kitchen Skills at Skycrest Community Church which culminates in a meal at noon on Saturday. Space is limited to 12 students and attendance at both sessions is necessary for participation. Cost is $25 per Camper. RSVP to hello@ourbanyan.com – first 12 Camper to respond and pay... Read more »